Pedestrians and Cyclists

Turning into Kent Street, Sydney

WaySafe believes that:

  • a 'road user hierarchy' should place the most vulnerable users at the top
  • local amenity should not be relegated to cater for long-haul commuting
  • traffic control signals must become vulnerable road user 'aware', and provide adequate accessibility
  • in  major CBDs, pedestrians and cyclists should have priority over light vehicles, and traffic signal phasing timed to provide coordinated green  for pedestrians

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Pedestrians

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Cyclists

 WaySafe can assist road managers and other pedestrian and cycle path managers to provide safer, effective facilities.

  • assess existing routes for potential safety issues
  • observe path user behaviour and interaction with others and the environment
  • develop Pedestrian Access Mobility Plans and cycling plans, focus on safety and connectivity
  • develop or proof policies and guidelines
  • develop means to promote pedestrian and cyclist safety