Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety is a Shared Responsibility.

Share the road.   As more Californians choose walking and bicycling as primary modes of transportation, creating a safer highway environment for all roadway users is increasingly important. We all share the responsibility to make sure California roads are safe for everyone. This is achieved by following the rules of the road, watching out for others, and using courtesy while on the road. The California Highway Patrol uses a comprehensive statewide approach to promote and enforce safe pedestrian, bicyclist, and motorist behavior, ensuring we all share the road safely.

Traffic Safety For Bicyclists 

Traffic Safety for Pedestrians

Learn more about road safety on these websites:

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/about/pedestrian
California’s Department of Motor Vehicles webpage on pedestrian safety.

https://www.safekids.org/howtowalk/index.html#begin
Visit this interactive site to learn how to prevent injuries.

http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/
This site has great information on biking and walking safely.

http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/pedsaferjourney/
Kids learn about pedestrian safety in these fun animation videos.

http://www.nhtsa.gov/Driving-Safety/Bicycles
http://www.nhtsa.gov/Driving-Safety/Pedestrians
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration site is a great resource for bicyclists and pedestrians.

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The California Pedestrian and Bicyclist Enforcement and Education Project

 
The CHP implements a traffic safety grant funded by the Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, to reduce pedestrian and bicyclist collisions and victims. The project includes both enhanced enforcement and a public education and awareness campaign focusing on traffic safety, which includes motorist behavior when driving in the presence of pedestrians and bicyclists. The program provides comprehensive traffic educational events, “rodeos,” community informational sessions and collaboration, distributes bicycle helmets and other safety equipment, educational materials, and training for CHP personnel.

Printable Bike and Pedestrian Safety Information

Tip Cards

Bike Tips - English / Spanish
Child Cyclist - English / Spanish
Pedestrian - English / Spanish

Comic Book
Coloring and Activity Book
Share the Road Card

To learn more about hosting a bicycle and pedestrian safety event in your area, contact your local CHP Area office.