Pedestrian Safety

New Jersey experiences a higher rate of pedestrian injury crashes and fatalities compared to the nation as a whole. There is no one cause of crashes involving pedestrians. Pedestrians and motorists must both do their part to keep pedestrians safe.

The most important pedestrian safety message for New Jersey residents is:

Pedestrian Safety is Shared Responsibility!

For more information on pedestrian safety across all ages:

• General Facts and Tips
• Materials for Hispanic Communities

Children

• Facts about children and Pedestrian Safety
• Why are children at risk?
• Bike and Wheels Safety for Pre-teens and Teens At Play

Seniors

• Facts about seniors and Pedestrian Safety
• Heads up! Seniors pedestrian and fall prevention program

Quick tips for walking safely

• Wear bright colored clothing, especially at night.
• If necessary, attach a piece of reflective material to your clothing or handbag.
• Walk on sidewalks or paths and always cross at the corner, within marked crosswalks.
• Look left, right and left again before crossing and be on the lookout for turning vehicles.
• Continue to look for vehicles while crossing
• Make eye contact with the driver before crossing in front of a vehicle
• Lear the proper use of "Walk/Don't Walk" signals.
• Use the buddy system. Walk and cross with others when possible.
• If at all possible do not walk at night or during bad weather such as rain, snow or ice.

Mass Transit

• Bus and Rail Safety Activity Book
• Rail Safety Lesson Plans for Children
• General Pedestrian Safety for Railroads