Walking Quick Tips:
- Always use sidewalks and crosswalks.
- Be visible. Wear bright, reflective colors on your clothes, shoes, belts, and wristbands.
- If no sidewalks are present, walk on the shoulder a safe distance from the travel lane, facing oncoming vehicles.
Biking Quick Tips:
- Always wear a helmet.
- Ride in the same direction of traffic on the street.
- Be visible, especially at night. Always use a white front light and a red rear light and reflector.
- Obey all traffic signs, signals, and markings.
Driving Quick Tips:
- Focus on the road.
- Avoid distractions while driving.
- Always watch for pedestrians.
- Slow down! Speed is the cause of 27% of all fatal crashes.
- Pass bicyclists safely. Allow a minimum of three feet between your vehicle and the bicyclist.
Upcoming Coalition Meeting
Florida's Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Coalition Meeting
October 11-12, 2023
Wed, October 11, 1pm – 5pm Thu, October 12, 8am – 12pm This meeting is open to the public and time will be reserved for public comment. If you are interested in attending, please notify Megan Mello at
Megan.Mello@dot.state.fl.us
so we can accommodate your attendance.
Location:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens 3705 Spectrum Blvd Tampa, FL 33612Make your Opinion Count
Take our Bicycle and Pedestrian Survey
This survey asks questions about your opinion on pedestrian (someone who is walking) and bicycle safety, and your knowledge on traffic laws related to pedestrians and bicycles. We are using the replies to target our efforts on what needs to be addressed to increase pedestrian and bicycle safety and reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities.
