This fact sheet defines a pedestrian as any person on foot, walking, running, jogging, hiking, sitting, or lying down who is involved in a motor vehicle traffic crash.
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Pedestrians- Traffic Safety Fact Sheet — National (06/08/2022)
Source: US Department of TransportationBike Safety Tips for Older Adults — Illinois (09/28/2021)
Source: ExpertThe goal of the Ride Illinois Safety Program is to make bike education courses and resources accessible to adults and children across Illinois. This webinar is tailored to older adults and being safe while biking.
Pedestrian Bystander Care Animation — National (09/29/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationPedestrian bystander animation video by NHTSA.
PennDOT Safety -- Crosswalks — National (07/24/2020)
Source: ExpertPennDOT's video about crosswalks is information for the pedestrian and for the driver.
Ped Motion Graphics - Driving Safely — National (01/10/2015)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA's motion graphic about driving safely around pedestrians and bicyclists
Taking Action on Pedestrian Safety — New York
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe New York State DOTH teamed up with the GTSC on a first-of-its-kind pedestrian safety campaign in NY state. The state continues to invest in critical three E of pedestrian safety.
Florida: Safe Mobility for Life Coalition Safety and Mobility Resources — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis statewide coalition is led by the Florida Department of Transportation in partnership with the Pepper Institute on Aging and Public Policy at Florida State University.
Driver License Renewal Requirements/Options for Older Drivers — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramIf your state is looking to create a state resource page for Older Drivers, please use these as examples.
Find a Ride Florida — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramFind a ride in Florida.
Pedestrian Safety — Pennsylvania
Source: State Agency/ProgramWhether you’re walking or driving, share equal respect. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you know the laws and follow the safety tips, you can drive safely and walk safely.