The (Access Board or Board) issues its final rule that provides minimum guidelines for the accessibility of pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way.
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Accessibility Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way — National (08/08/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChanges to street crossings could make roads safer for elderly pedestrians — National (07/22/2022)
Source: State Agency/ProgramTo improve pedestrian safety at street crossings, researchers called for changes to improve visibility and illumination, to increase the use of left-turn traffic signals and shorten crossing distances.
3 Key Changes Could Make Roads Safer for Older Pedestrians — National (07/22/2022)
Source: NewsU.S News wrote an article on ways to make roads safer for older pedestrians.
Disparities in Activity and Traffic Fatalities by Race/Ethnicity — National (06/07/2022)
Source: US Department of TransportationA study finds that Black and Hispanic Americans have higher traffic fatality rates per mile traveled than White Americans across the transportation system.
Bike Safety Tips for Older Adults — Illinois (09/28/2021)
Source: ExpertThe goal of the Ride Illinois Safety Program is to make bike education courses and resources accessible to adults and children across Illinois. This webinar is tailored to older adults and being safe while biking.
Pedestrian Bystander Care Animation — National (09/29/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationPedestrian bystander animation video by NHTSA.
PennDOT Safety -- Crosswalks — National (07/24/2020)
Source: ExpertPennDOT's video about crosswalks is information for the pedestrian and for the driver.
Ped Motion Graphics - Driving Safely — National (01/10/2015)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA's motion graphic about driving safely around pedestrians and bicyclists
Sidewalks — National
Source: Professional AssociationSafe, accessible, and well-maintained sidewalks are a fundamental and necessary investment for cities and have been found to enhance general public health maximizing social capital. Read more from NACTO about sidewalk safety.
Pedestrian Safety / Countermeasures That Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationRoadway environment, vehicle type, and design, weather, and road user behavior contribute to pedestrian crashes. Learn more about how you can help with pedestrian safety.