Different rules apply on the road when you are confronted with pedestrians or bicyclists. Knowing how to deal with them will avoid accident, injuries, and even death.
Bicyle riders on the streets have the same rights and rules as automobile drivers. Bicyclists are entitled to the same respect as other vehicles. Likewise, bicycle riders must obey all the rules of the road. They deserve special attention because bicycle and car accidents can results in serious personal injuries. To avoid accidents, leave enough passing room and avoid making sharp turns that threaten a bicyclists safety.
When you notice pedestrians on the road, please be careful. In 2007, 70,000 pedestrians were injured and 4654 were killed in traffic accidents. Pedestrians will always receive the worst when involved in an accident with a car. When around pedestrians, you should drive slow and carefully and be ready if they attempt to cross your path of travel. Stop for anyone crossing the street on foot and do not pass vehicles ahead of you that have stopped at a crosswalk to let a pedestrin walk across the street. Never drive on a sidewalk and when entering an intersection with a crosswalk, yield to the pedestrian.
When driving a car in construction areas, be wary of workers. Drive slow through work areas because their lives are in your hands. Slown down when you see orange signs, flags, orange jackets on workers or road equipment. Do not cross cones that indicate lane closures and do not stop or slow down to watch the road work.
