06/09/2026
Som community service
-Pedestrian Road Safety Tips for Adults –Som Community Service Organisation Guidance
Community-based road safety programmes recommend that adults walk safely, stay visible, and use designated crossing points, while engaging with local initiatives to improve road conditions and awareness
Key Pedestrian Safety Practices for Adults
According to our organisation Pedestrian Safety Manual, pedestrians account for nearly a quarter of all road crash deaths, and many accidents are preventable adults, Som community service organisations (SCS) often promote:
• Use designated crossings: Always cross at marked pedestrian crossings, zebra crossings, or traffic lights. Wait for a safe signal before stepping onto the road
• Be visible: Wear bright or reflective clothing, especially at night or in poor light. Use reflective accessories like belts, vests, or armbands
• Stay alert: Avoid distractions such as mobile phones while walking near roads. Keep an eye on traffic, including vehicles that may not stop for pedestrians
• Walk on sidewalks: If available, use the sidewalk. If not, walk on the left side of the road, facing oncoming traffic
• Plan routes: Identify safe walking routes and avoid high-risk areas at peak traffic times
• Follow traffic rules: Stop at red lights, obey traffic police, and do not jaywalk Community-Based Safety Approaches
SCS often run community-led road safety campaigns that:
• Raise awareness through local meetings, school visits, and public events
• Engage residents in identifying hazardous spots and proposing solutions such as better lighting, crossing improvements, or traffic calming
• Promote ownership: When adults participate in planning and advocacy, they are more likely to adopt and sustain safe behaviours
• Provide training: SCS offer pedestrian safety workshops, especially for vulnerable groups, and encourage community volunteers to monitor road safety .
