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Pedestrians are a vulnerable group of road users. While bigger and faster road users – like motorists and motorcyclists – should keep a lookout for pedestrians, pedestrians must also do their part in ensuring a safer road environment. Read on to find out what Patient Madam Gayathri, Reliable Rachel and Khai do to be seen and safe on the roads.

• Always use pedestrian crossings – do not jaywalk.
• Make use of available pedestrian crossing facilities like overhead bridges, zebra crossings, underpasses and signalised traffic junctions.
• Do not be distracted by your mobile devices when travelling.

• Always use footpaths when they’re available
• Never cross at road bends as you cannot see oncoming vehicles
• Never cross when the ‘red man’ appears or when the ‘green man’ is flashing

Practise the kerb drill when crossing the road:

• Before crossing the road: Stop.
• Be patient and practise your kerb drill: Look Right. Look Left. Look Right Again, to check for any vehicles coming in your path.
• Ensure that vehicles have come to a stop, before raising your hand and crossing the road safely.

• Do not dash or run across roads – be patient, stop and look before crossing any road
• As you cross the zebra crossing, give the driver a smile or a wave to thank them for giving way

• Teach your children about road safety rules. Be a good role model by practising good pedestrian safety habits.
• Remind them never to play near roads or cross in between stationary vehicles where their line of sight is limited.