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October is Pedestrian Safety Month
October is Pedestrian Safety Month and it is a good time to
remind drivers to always look out for people crossing the
street, especially as the weather cools down, more people are
active, and as you commute to and from work when the hours
of daylight are reduced.
Important Safety Reminders
For Pedestrians: ■ Walk on a sidewalk or path when one is available. ■ If no sidewalk or path is available, walk on the shoulder, facing traffic. ■ Stay alert; don’t be distracted by electronic devices including smart phones and MP3 players that take your eyes and ears off the road. ■ Be cautious night and day when sharing the road with vehicles. Never assume a driver sees you. Make eye contact with drivers as they approach. ■ Be predictable. Cross streets at crosswalks or intersections when possible. This is where drivers expect pedestrians. ■ If a crosswalk or intersection is not available, locate a well-lit area, wait for a gap in traffic that allows you enough time to cross safely, and continue to watch for traffic as you cross. ■ Be visible. Wear bright clothing during the day, and wear reflective materials or use a flashlight at night. ■ Avoid alcohol and drugs when walking; they impair your judgment and coordination. For Drivers: ■ Look for pedestrians everywhere. Pedestrians may not be walking where they should be or may be hard to see— especially in poorly lit conditions, including dusk/dawn/ night and poor weather. ■ Always stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk. ■ Never pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk. They may be stopped to allow pedestrians to cross the street. ■ Follow the speed limit; slow down around pedestrians. ■ Stay focused and slow down where children may be present, like in school zones and neighborhoods.
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National Teen Driver Safety Week
October 17-23, 2021
We want to empower
parents to discuss the
importance of driving
safety with their young
drivers.
Whether teens are driving
a car, truck, or SUV, and
whether they’ve just
earned their license or
have had it for a few years,
the Rules of the Road
never change.
The greatest dangers for
teen drivers are alcohol
and drug use, inconsistent
or no seat belt use,
distracted driving,
speeding, and driving with
passengers in the vehicle.
Be Empowered To Set Driving Rules!
Remember: You are a parent first. As such, your job is to protect your teen.
Use this motivation to keep your teen safe as they start navigating their new
role as a driver.
Remind your teen that driving is a privilege, not a right. As the parent, you are
in control. If they aren’t following the Rules of the Road, they don’t need keys
to the car.
Have a conversation with your teen driver about driving laws and safe driving
habits. Believe it or not, your teen is listening and they depend on you to guide
and be there for them.
Become familiar with Kansas' nighttime driving restrictions, passenger
restrictions, and all the graduated driver licensing (GDL) restrictions. By
knowing and enforcing the laws with your teen, you will help promote their
safety and the safety of those around them.
Be a good role model for your teen driver and set the example with your own
safe driving habits.
Talk to your teen about cell phone use while driving. Encourage them to stow
their phones, designate a texter, or to pull over before answering phone calls,
texting, or engaging with any social media apps. Remind your teen that it’s not
only unacceptable to post on social media while driving but illegal.
Remember the Rules of the Road
1. Don’t Drive Impaired. Set a good example by not driving after drinking or consuming other impairing substances. Remind your teen that drinking before the age of 21 is illegal, and alcohol and/or marijuana and driving don’t mix, no matter your age. Also, remind them that driving under the influence of any impairing substance — including prescription or over-the-counter drugs — can be deadly. 2. Buckle Up Every Trip. Every Time. Everyone — Front Seat and Back. Lead by example. If you wear your seat belt every time you’re in the car, your teen is more likely to do the same. Remind your teen that it’s important to buckle up on every trip, every time, no matter what (both in the front and back seats), even while in someone else's vehicle. 3. Eyes on the Road, Hands on the Wheel. All the Time. Remind your teen about the dangers of texting, dialing, or using apps while driving. Require your young driver to put their phones away and turn on the “Do Not Disturb” or similar phone features when on the road. Distracted driving isn’t limited to phone use. Other passengers, vehicle audio and climate controls, and eating or drinking while driving are all sources of dangerous distractions for teen drivers. 4. Obey All Posted Speed Limits. Speeding is a critical issue for all drivers, especially for teens who lack the experience to react to changing circumstances around their cars. Obey the speed limit and require your teen to do the same. 5. Limit Passengers. With each passenger in the vehicle, your teen’s risk of a fatal crash increases. Review your state’s GDL law before your teen takes to the road; it restricts the number of passengers in the vehicle and the times novice drivers are allowed to be out and the places they can go. Engage in Safe Driving Conversations Year-Round It is never too early, or too often, to discuss safe driving habits with your teen. You can start the conversation during National Teen Driver Safety Week, but don’t be afraid to continue the conversation every day throughout the year.
Even if it seems like they’re tuning you out, keep reinforcing these rules. Teens
are listening — your constant reminders about these powerful messages will
get through.
Get creative! Having a conversation is just one way to discuss safe driving.
You can also write your teen a letter, send email or text reminders, leave sticky
note reminders in the car, or use social media to get your message across.
Create a parent-teen driving contract that outlines the rules, incentives, and
consequences for your teen driver. Hang the signed contract in a visible place
as a constant reminder about the Rules of the Road.
If you and your teen are going somewhere together, let them drive. This is a
great time for you to evaluate their driving progress, and to discuss safe driving
habits. Make sure they’re following the rules you set.
Finally, be empowered. Driving — for everyone, teen and adult alike — is a
privilege, not a right. If your teen is having a difficult time following the rules, it
may be time to take away the keys and review the basics. Safe teen drivers
can mean the difference between life and death — for themselves, their
passengers, and other people on the road.
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Crash Cost Calculator for Employers
Businesses incur
enormous costs each year
from traffic crashes through
loss of productivity,
workers’ compensation,
medical costs, substitute
labor and higher insurance
premiums. Employers pay
for injuries both on and off
the job, costing companies
about $60 billion annually
and resulting in three
million lost work days.
Whether you manage a vehicle fleet, oversee a mobile sales force or simply
employ commuters, implementing a driver safety program in the workplace can
improve your company's safety culture and reduce the risks faced by your
employees and their families while protecting your company’s bottom line.
The NETS crash calculator provides employers with an easy-to-use way to
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use this application to evaluate the cost of a crash and justify the cost that is
needed to implement safety measures in their workplace. Whether the car
crash happens on the job or off the job, it still costs the employer money, so it
is important to prevent crashes by promoting safe driving to employees.
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Traffic Safety Events
October
1-31
National
Pedestrian
Safety
Month
October 10
Put The
Brakes On
Fatalities
Day
October
17-23
National
Teen Driver
Safety
Week
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