Social Street Awareness
You are walking on the sidewalk and someone is coming toward you. What should you do?
Clear a space on the sidewalk, allow room for others to pass or walk by with space
You want to cross the street, but the pedestrian signal shows a red hand. What should you do?
Wait until you see the 'walking person' or a green light.
Do not cross on a red hand.
You are unsure which bus you need to take. Who could you ask for help?
The bus driver.
Or check the bus app and confirm with the bus driver.
You arrive at the bus stop and realize you forgot your bus pass. What could you do?
If you have time, go back and get it.
Find another way to pay (credit card, cash etc)
Be honest with the driver and tell them the situation.
Someone is speaking too quickly, and you do not understand what they are saying. What could you say?
"I am having a hard time following the instruction. Can you repeat what you said please?"
Be honest but friendly and positive as you approach it.
You are walking while looking at your phone and approaching a busy intersection. What should you do?
Stay aware. Keep your phone in your pocket when crossing busy streets or approaching any area where there are cars.
You reach a crosswalk and see a car approaching. What should you check before crossing?
Check the crosswalk signal. Make sure the cars are stopped.
Is it the pedestrian's time to cross? If not, wait for the walking signal.
You cannot find the correct bus stop. What could you say to ask someone for help?
"I am looking for stop number 63. Do you know where I can find it?"
You can ask a bus driver, or someone else at the bus stop for help.
Your bus is late, and you are worried about arriving at your destination on time. What should you do?
Check the bus app and inform others if you will be late.
Use the bus schedules that are on the bus station to see if there is another bus you could take.
You need more time to finish an activity, but everyone else is moving on. How can you communicate that you need more time?
Be honest and respectful.
Express how you're feeling and tell your instructor that you feel you need more time to understand the material.
Someone you do not know is walking very close behind you, and you feel uncomfortable. What could you do?
Keep your distance.
Find other people and stay close to them.
Pretend you are on the phone with someone.
Your friends begin crossing the road even though the pedestrian signal says not to walk. What should you do?
Follow the signals. Do not follow your friend who is crossing on a red light.
You think you have missed your bus stop and are unsure where you are. What should you do?
Approach the driver and ask for help.
OR
Check the transit app and confirm with the driver that you have the correct information.
You get off the bus and realize you do not recognize the area. What should your first steps be?
Use Google maps and ask the driver to clarify.
A person keeps touching your belongings without asking permission. What could you say or do?
Move your belongings closer to your body. If it continues, move over or ask them if you can help them with something.
They may not notice they are touching your things, approach it in a friendly way and assume they mean no harm.
You notice two people arguing loudly near a bus stop. What is the safest choice?
Do not get involved.
Ensure you stay aware and out of the drama.
You get off the bus and need to cross the road. Why is it important to wait until you can see traffic clearly before crossing?
Cars may be passing by that you cannot see.
Sometimes, cars pass around the bus. They may not see pedestrians that want to cross.
Your phone battery dies while you are trying to find your way home. What are two safe ways to get help?
Ask the bus driver if he has a charger to use.
Or get yourself to a trusted building and call someone to help.
You become separated from your group during a community outing. What should you do?
Stay calm.
Call the LIFE Program number that is on your lanyard.
Find a safe space to wait.
You are on the bus, and another passenger is making you uncomfortable. How can you respond and get help if needed?
Stay aware of this person while keeping distance.
A stranger asks you personal questions about where you live and whether you are alone. How can you respond safely?
Do not give any personal information.
Make something up if you need to.
Stay away from this stranger and stay aware.
You are crossing the street and notice an emergency vehicle approaching with its siren on. What should you do to stay safe?
The emergency vehicle has the right of way.
Do not cross until the emergency vehicle has passed.
You are lost, and a stranger offers to drive you somewhere in their car. What should you do instead?
Say no. Be friendly and say thank you, but politely decline their offer.
We should never get into a car with someone we don't know.
You think you are lost, your phone is nearly dead, and you are starting to feel overwhelmed. What should you do first, and who could help you?
Try to stay calm.
Find a nearby building and find a trusted worker.
Ask to borrow a charger and phone your family.
You are feeling overwhelmed, but everyone else wants to continue the activity. How can you communicate what you need?
Express the feelings you have.
If you are overwhelmed, ask for a few minutes to yourself for a break or a walk, before you continue something.