Road Safety : Walking Where There Are No Pavements
Essential Positioning
Keep to the Right - Hand Side
By walking on the right , you face oncoming traffic directly , allowing you to see vehicles approaching and react if necessary .
Navigating Sharp Bends
Cross Before Sharp Right - Hand Bends If a bend obscures a driver's view of the right side , it may be safer to cross to the other side well before reaching the curve .
Walk in
Single File
This is especially critical on narrow roads or in poor lighting conditions to minimize your footprint on the roadway .
Stay Close to the Side
Always keep as close to the edge of the road as possible to maintain maximum distance from moving vehicles.
Increase Your Visibility Crossing before a bend ensures that oncoming traffic has a better chance of seeing you before they enter the turn .
Cross Back After the Bend
Once you have safely navigated the curve and visibility is restored , return to the right - hand side of the road .