ROAD SAFETY TIPS FOR PEDESTRIANS
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Walk on footpath - 50% of those killed in road accidents are pedestrians.
ALWAYS REMAIN ALERT WHILE ON ROAD
Walk on any side of road if there are footpaths.
On roads having no footpath, walk on extreme right side facing the oncoming traffic.
Always use Zebra Crossing, Foot Over-bridge & Subways to cross the road.
Cross the road when the vehicles are at a safe distance.
Wear light coloured dresses during night.
A LITTLE CARELESSNESS CAN BE DANGEROUS
Do not cross the road in hurry or by running.
Never Cross the road in front of or in between parked vehicles.
It is very dangerous to cross the road at blind corners, turnings, etc. where you are not visible to vehicle drivers.
Do not jump over the railings to cross road.