About First Student Careers Submit an RFP Book a Bus Our Services Innovation Safety Commitment Resources Contact Parent Resources Distracted Walking With more and more children and teenagers owning digital devices, it is crucial that children understand the importance of pedestrian safety. Findings from studies conducted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System indicate walking injuries are on the rise with over 1,110 people treated annually in hospital emergency rooms in the U.S. for injuries sustained while walking and using a cell phone or other electronic device. And according to statistics posted on www.safekids.org , 61 children are hit by cars every day in the United States. As children prepare for the new school year, they need to learn and practice basic safety tips while walking to and from school, around school buses and cars and to other activities. While it’s important to keep these rules in mind during the school year, they should be practiced at all times. Do not walk, talk and text. If you have to talk or text, move out of the way of others and to the side of the walkway. Do not cross or walk in the street while using an electronic device. Do not walk with headphones in your ears. Be aware of your surroundings, especially in congested areas. VIEW PDF Related Insights Winter Safety Tips READ THE STORY DriverScore leads to friendly competition, positive recognition and safer drivers READ THE STORY First Student Urges Motorists, Students and Parents to be Winter Weather Aware READ THE STORY VIEW ALL PARENT RESOURCES Connect with First Student CONTACT US Corporate Headquarters 600 Vine Street, Suite 1400 Cincinnati, OH 45202 Contact Us SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Email Address* Privacy Policy CA Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Personal Information Terms of Use About Ads Accessibility NA Procurement Supplier Terms/Conditions Calgary Commuter Schedules RFP Submissions Investor Relations Archive Buy a Used Bus FirstGroup America, Inc. | © 2021 First Student, Inc. | All rights reserved