Staying safe on the road is important for everyone, however as we get older there are physical changes which can affect our safety on the roads. It is important to remain cautious of the road conditions around you.

Here are some simple tips to ensure your safety:

• always use the footpath if possible; if you must walk on the road, walk facing traffic
• use pedestrian crossings and pedestrian refuge islands if present
• ensure the traffic has stopped before stepping off from the kerb
• pay attention to ‘Walk/Don’t walk’ signals
• wait for a newly turned green or walk signal to give yourself plenty of time to cross the road
• avoid crossing near a bend or on the crest of a hill
• avoid crossing between parked vehicles
• if walking in a car park, make eye contact with the driver before crossing in front of the vehicle
• listen for engine noises and look for white lights on the rear of vehicles reversing when you are in a car park or near a driveway
• keep looking for oncoming traffic while crossing the road.

The SA Police Road Safety Centre is a leader in road safety education, playing a vital role in reducing road trauma through enhancing the awareness, knowledge and skills of all road users through lifelong learning. To explore more about SA Police Road Safety Centre programs and resources visit SAPOL - Road safety.

To book a free road safety session email SAPOL.RoadSafetySection@police.sa.gov.au