We looked at how to stay safe when we are near a road. This could mean if we are walking, on our bikes or scooters, or even on the bus or in a car. It’s really important that we are safe when we are near roads, and then we encourage others to be too.

Here are some top tips on how to stay safe when you are near a road:

• If you are in a car, always wear your seat belt;
• Look both ways before crossing the road;
• If you wear headphones, take them out, so you can hear if there are any cars or bikes;
• Cross at a safe spot – a zebra crossing, a pedestrian crossing or where there is a lollipop person;
• Hold an adult’s hand when crossing the road;
• Never cross the road in front of or behind a large vehicle like a lorry, bus or truck – you can’t see the other cars;
• If you are wearing a hood, take it down to cross the road – you can’t always see with a hood on;
• If you cycle or scoot when it’s dark, wear something that is bright or hi viz – these are bright and reflective, so that cars and people can see you;
• Avoid looking at your phone;
• Don’t ever play near a road.