In 2006, 4784 pedestrians and 773 bicyclists were killed and 61,000 pedestrians and 44,000 bicyclists were injured in the United States. In Kentucky, 56 pedestrians and 12 bicyclists were killed and 832 pedestrians and 337 bicyclists were injured during 2005.

Making sure you and others that may be with you are following the proper safety tips when biking or walking will keep you from becoming one of the above statistics. Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians all must “Share the Road” and take proper precautions to make sure all users of Kentucky’s roadways reach their destination safely.

The following are tips take you can take to make sure you are doing what you can to “Share the Road”.

At one time or another we are or will be pedestrians. The following are tips to aid you and your children’s safety when walking along Kentucky roadways:

• Don’t jaywalk! Cross at crosswalks.
  
• Always look left, right, then left again before stepping out into the street. Continue to look and listen while crossing the street.
  
• If there is no sidewalk, walk facing oncoming traffic and walk as far off the road as possible.
  
• If walking at night, wear brightly colored clothing and carry a flashlight so motorists can see you.

• Rules for Bicyclists
  
  
• League Certified Instructors
  League Certified Instructors (LCI’s) are experienced cyclists who have taken a rigorous cycling course offered through the League of American Bicyclists to be certified to teach bicycle safety in their communities. Many LCI’s can be found through your local bicycling club and may be available to teach a bike safety course for your organization, school groups, clubs, etc. If you would like more information regarding bike safety, please feel free to contact a LCI in your area.
  

Additional bicycle and pedestrian safety information can be found on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website.

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