Walking Safely Around On Food

Safely Getting Around By Foot

Taking a walk or a run outside is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air, as well as a practical (and free!) means of transportation. Whether you're strolling down a rural road or jogging along a busy street, the safest place for you to be is on the side of the street where the flow of traffic is against you. This ensures that you will see all oncoming vehicles, giving you enough time to get out of the way if a careless driver comes careening towards you. If you walk in the same direction as traffic, you have a much greater chance of being run over by a vehicle because you will not see it in advance, especially if you are wearing headphones or talking on a cellphone and can't hear the roar of oncoming traffic.

Walk Close To The Curb

If the road you are walking on has a sidewalk, by all means use it! That's what it's there for. Walking in the shoulder of the road is absolutely fine if there is no sidewalk available. You can also walk along the grass or dirt next to the road, which is generally acceptable if you're not treading over private property. Otherwise, walk as close to the curb or the edge of the road (if there is no curb) as possible. This will get you out of the way of motorists, who may or may not see you depending on how fast they are going and how attentive they are. If you do not feel safe when a vehicle is coming towards you, do not hesitate to stop walking and step out of the way until the vehicle passes you.

Wear Reflective Clothing At Night

At night time, make sure to wear reflective clothing or carry a flashlight in case the street is not well-lit so that you will be noticed by drivers -- wearing dark-colored clothing makes you practically invisible, which is very dangerous for obvious reasons.

 

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