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Smart Steps to Pedestrian Safety
 
Pedestrian - Bicycle - Motorist Safety

Pedestrian Safety Tips

  • Always cross the street at a signalized intersection or at a marked crosswalk.
  • Dress to be seen. Brightly-colored clothes and reflective material at night make it easier for drivers to see you.
  • Always walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk and you have to walk in the road, always walk facing traffic, so you can see oncoming cars.
  • Do not assume drivers see you. Make eye contact.
  • Stop at the curb or the edge of the road.

Bicycle Safety Tips

  • Always ride with traffic on the road. Use the right lane and obey traffic signals and stop signs.
  • If you ride on the sidewalk, do so in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Make your intentions clear to motorists and other road users. Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between parked cars. Signal your intention to turn, and pay attention to cars and pedestrians.
  • Ride where drivers can see you; wear bright clothing. Use front and rear lights, and make eye contact with drivers.

Motorist Safety Tips

  • Stop for pedestrians at crosswalks.
  • Slow down and obey the posted speed limit.
  • Be careful when passing stopped vehicles.
  • Allow 3 feet of clearance when passing bicyclists.
Pedestrians - Bicyclists - Motorists
Working together to keep each other safe on the roads.

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