Don't Be A Statistic!

Did you know that in Montgomery County, 22% of pedestrian collisions occur in parking lots?

Don't Be a Statistic!

Here are some tips from the Montgomery County Office of Public Information on how to be safe in Parking Lots:


For Pedestrians:

• Always stay alert for vehicles.


• Don't assume drivers see you.


• Watch for vehicles pulling out of parking spaces.


• Don't walk behind a vehicle that is backing out.


• Be cautious and look around before walking out between parked vehicles.


• Treat the parking lot as you would a road - be aware and constantly look for moving vehicles.
  

For Drivers:

• Always stay alert for pedestrians.


• Don't assume pedestrians see you.


• Be especially cautious backing out of a space when parked next to taller vehicles that obstruct your view.


• Parking lots are not speedways - slow down!


• Never cut across parking space lanes.


• Treat the parking lot as you would a road - be aware and constantly look out for pedestrians.

Safety is your responsibility!