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FHWA Highway Safety Programs

Pg. 5-16: Improving Safety for Pedestrians and Bicyclists Accessing Transit Improving Safety for Pedestrians and Bicyclists

Comment:
The second section includes a background on improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists accessing transit including: who uses transit, distance ped and bike roadway users are willing to travel to transit, and ped and bike characteristics and behavior. It also includes crash factors for pedestrians and bicyclists accessing transit.

Last Updated (Year): 2022

Year Produced: 2022

Abstract:

Regardless of how a person began their trip; they walk, roll, or bicycle to access transit. Because of this, agencies should
understand pedestrian and bicyclist characteristics and needs when planning and designing transit systems. This guide is
intended for transit agencies, State and local roadway owners, and regional organizations involved with planning and
designing transit stops and the roadway, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities that provide access to transit. The guide contains
wide ranging topics related to pedestrian and bicyclist safety and access to transit. 

For:Biking, Walking

The E's:Education, Engagement, Engineering

Ped Bike Activity:

  • Analysis
  • Assessment
  • Design
  • Planning

Ped Bike Topic:

  • Transit Accessibility
  • Planning
  • Safety
  • Micromobility

Urban Context:Rural, Urban

Resource Type:

  • Guidance

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Improving Safety for Pedestrians and Bicyclists Accessing Transit Improving Saf…