GUIDE

Vulnerable Road Users Guide

Give extra time and space to people who can be harder to see or more seriously injured in a collision.

Who needs extra care

  • Pedestrians, especially children and older people.
  • Cyclists.
  • Motorcyclists.
  • Horse riders.
  • People using mobility aids.
  • Anyone hidden by parked vehicles, large vehicles or road layout.

Large-vehicle drivers

HGV and Bus/PCV drivers should be especially aware of blind areas, rear swing, wheel cut-in and the risk of turning across cyclists or pedestrians.