Essential Pedestrian Safety Rules : Navigating Roads and Barriers
Walking on Roads
Without Pavements
Keep to the Right :
If there is no pavement , always walk on the right - hand side of the road so you can clearly see oncoming traffic .
Walk in Single File : On narrow roads or in poor lighting conditions , pedestrians should walk one behind the other to minimize road space usage .
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Stay Close to the Side : Keep as close to the edge of the road as possible to maintain a safe distance from moving vehicies .
Maneuvering Sharp Bends Prioritize Visibility at Bends : Sharp right - band bends can hide you from drivers ; proactive crossing is required to remain safe .
Cross Before the Bend :
It may be safer to cross to the other side of the road well before reaching a sharp right - hand bend so oncoming traffic can see you earlier .
Pedestrian Safety Barriers
Cross Back After the Bend :
Once you have safely cleared the sharp bend and regained visibility , cross back over to the original side of the road .
Only Use Designated Gaps : Where safety barriers are present , you must only cross the road at the specific gaps provided for pedestrian use .
Never Climb Over Barriers : Do not attempt to climb over or through safety barriers , as they are positioned to prevent dangerous crossings .
Stay Out of the " No - Walk " Zone :
Never walk in the narrow space between a safety barrier and the active road .