
You greatly reduce the chances of getting injured as a pedestrian if you follow these simple safety tips:
Do not play alone, especially near
a street or the driveway.
Make sure that you play at least 200 feet from any dangerous area (such
as a street, driveway, a vacant lot, or water). If it is within 200 feet,
the play area should be fenced.
Obey the school safety patrol, crossing guard, or police officer when walking
near a school.
Always cross streets at a corner, use crosswalks (whenever possible), and
obey the traffic signals. Check for approaching vehicles before crossing
even with the green light or "walk" sign on.
Be sure to look left-right-left again before crossing a street and to keep
looking as you cross.
Always walk facing on-coming traffic if no sidewalks
are available.
Wear light-colored clothing if walking at dawn, at dusk, or after dark.
Even better, wear reflective tape (placed diagonally across the back) and
carry a flashlight.
Do not drink alcohol and walk near traffic.
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