Child Pedestrian Training
Introduction
The United Kingdom has one of the worst records for child
pedestrian deaths and injury in Europe. At the same time,
children's freedom to travel independently has been greatly
reduced. Far more children walked to school in the past than do so
today. The same applies to other leisure and social
activities.
The consequences of this situation are:
- Higher traffic volumes create more danger for those children
who are walking
- Children's health and fitness is affected. Walking provides
children with the foundation for a healthier lifestyle
- Loss of independence has important consequences for children's
social development
- Children who are driven everywhere are unable to develop the
road safety skills they will need when they finally acquire
independence
What We Are Doing
At present the Child Pedestrian Training Scheme is currently
being updated and will be available hopefully to be delivered
across Bath & North East Somerset schools from the beginning of
Term 3.
If you have any queries please contact the Traffic & Safety
Team.
More Information
If you would like more information on Child Pedestrian Training,
please contact Lorry Davies, Road Safety Officer, on 01225-394259
or e-mail Pedestrian_Training@bathnes.gov.uk.
