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101 Days of Summer Safety: Pedestrian Safety Starts with Awareness

Pedestrian safety is everyone’s responsibility. Whether you’re walking through a facility, working around vehicles and equipment or traveling between home and the office, staying aware of your surroundings is one of the most effective ways to prevent injuries and incidents. A moment of distraction can have serious consequences, making vigilance essential wherever you are.

Pedestrian hazards exist anywhere people and moving vehicles share space. Looking for potential risks, making eye contact with operators, using designated walkways and staying visible can help prevent incidents and keep everyone safe. As the back-to-school season begins, be especially mindful of children, school buses and increased pedestrian traffic during your commute.

As we pursue Zero Harm, pedestrian safety comes down to awareness, accountability and looking out for one another. Whether at work, on the road or in your neighborhood, every safe choice helps protect our people, our communities and each other.