Road Procedures
Don’t get hit or hurt, cross safely, set a good example
How can you tell a car is about to start moving in a parking lot?
Flashing Red lights, sound will play
The pedestrian signal says “Walk,” but a car is still turning into the crosswalk.
wait because the signal doesn’t guarantee drivers are paying attention
This part of a parking lot has the most unpredictable car movement.
the row of backing‑out spaces
once you look left and right to check your surroundings, you start walking and only looking straight. what is wrong with this scenario?
you stopped looking in all directions, which is hazardous bc a danger could go unnoticed.
Should you make eye contact with the driver when crossing the road? (Y/N)
Yes make sure the driver sees you and you see the driver
Even if you were in a hurry, should you start running in a parking lot? (Y/N)
No, because safety is the most important
You’re at a crosswalk with no signal. A car stops for you, but the car behind it honks.
What is don’t cross until you confirm the second car is also stopping
A car’s backup lights turn on; you should do this immediately
stop and wait until the car finishes backing out
To slow drivers down when driving, especially at high traffic areas
When you cross the road, where do you look?
Left, Right, & the direction your going towards
Is it safe to walk in a parking lot pushing and playing with your friends? WHY?
No it’s not safe, because could get hurt, distracted, etc.
A driver waves you across, but you notice their car is still rolling forward slowly
ignore the wave and wait until the car fully stops
You should always assume this about any parked car
It could start moving at any moment
Why is it important to have school designated speed limits?
To prevent accidents to students who walk frequently around the campus
Name TWO things you should NOT do when crossing the road
Phone, talking, distracted, pushing someone, looking down etc.
ESTIMATE how many people are HURT/INJURED every YEAR in parking lots
~60,00 people are hurt in parking lot accidents every year
What is something you should do differently when crossing the road at night?
wear something bright or reflective so drivers will notice you
You’re walking past a row of cars and one has its brake lights on but no engine sound.
stay clear because modern cars can move silently, like (hybrids/Electric Vehicles)
what should you never do while crossing the road? list 3 examples
being distracted (phones, headphones, eating, head down, etc)