Stay Alert & Stay Alive!

What you need to know to cross the road safely!

1. Cross the street at an intersection.
2. Cross the street in a designated crosswalk.
3. Obey the “Walk / Don’t Walk” signals.
4. Never enter the crosswalk when the “Don’t Walk” signal is flashing.
5. When you cross a street remember you are in a danger zone. The human body is no match for a car made of steel.
6. Always stay alert – looking and listening for approaching cars that might not stop.
7. Don’t assume merely because you have the right-of-way that you are safe.
8. Don’t be a distracted walker. Wait until you get across the street to finish that phone conversation or text message. If you are using headphones or ear-buds, keep at least one ear open when you cross the street.
9. Always cross perpendicular to the roadway and never cross diagonally.
10. Minimize the amount of time you are in the roadway by crossing at a brisk pace. Crossing a street is no time for a leisurely stroll.
11. Never stand in the turn lane or on the double yellow line separating the road.
12. Always hold your children’s hands and keep them close. A small child is even harder to see than an adult pedestrian is and they lack the experience to anticipate danger.

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