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Learn the rules of the road for safe walking.
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Learn the rules of the road for safe walking.
Pedestrian fatalities have risen 45 percent over the past 10 years, with an estimated 6,000 people struck and killed in 2017—the highest since 1990, according to the National Safety Council.
Whether you’re on foot or behind the wheel, cell phones pose a dangerous distraction. Here are some tips for staying safe:Whether you’re on foot or behind the wheel, cell phones pose a dangerous distraction.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
     
  • Never text or talk on the phone while walking, and not just on the road. (More than half of distracted walking injuries happen at home.) Remove headphones.
     
  • Always walk on the sidewalk, if available. If you must walk on the street, face oncoming traffic.
     
  • Look left, right, then left again before crossing the street. Use designated crosswalks.
     
  • Make eye contact with drivers of oncoming vehicles to make sure they see you. Never rely on a car to stop.
     
  • Wear bright and/or reflective clothing.
     
  • Walk in groups whenever possible. You're more likely to be seen, and less likely to be on your phone.
For more information on safe walking, visit the NSC website.

To learn more about how physical activity can keep employees healthy and safe, visit saif.com/exercise.
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