Sidewalks separated from traffic with planter strips increase pedestrian safety. Placement of signs reminding motorists of their duty to yield to pedestrians when they turn left or right can help improve awareness of the pedestrian's right of way. Illumination can improve visibility of pedestrians under nighttime conditions. Improved marking of crosswalks enhance their visibility. Mid-block curb extensions can reduce crossing distance and improve the visibility of pedestrians waiting to cross.
Illumination improves the visibility of pedestrians under nighttime conditions.
Improved marking of crosswalks enhances their visibility. Though this is usually considered an enforcement issue, there are many roadway design features that influence the speed at which motorists drive - motorists will usually travel at speeds that seem appropriate for the roadway. The traffic calming measures can be used on local streets and minor collectors. Pedestrians must know how to safely cross streets. The lack of consequences to motorists who run lights and stop signs or fail to yield at crosswalks is mostly due to the insufficient numbers of law enforcement officers dedicated to traffic enforcement.