California Highway Patrol officials are expecting to introduce a new statewide education project with the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists at the center of its focus.

The California Pedestrian and Bicyclist Enforcement and Education Project (CPBEEP) grant
runs from Oct. 1, 2018, through Sept. 30, 2019.

CHP officers are planning to conduct enhanced enforcement activities and public education campaigns throughout this year-long statewide campaign.
CHP Commissioner Warren Stanley spoke about the need to spread awareness for pedestrian and bicyclist safety.

“California roadways must be safe for everyone, including those who are walking or bicycling,” said Stanley. “This grant let us channel more resources to bicycle and pedestrian safety, to help accomplish the CHP’s mission of saving lives.”
Bicycle and pedestrian fatalities account for 29 percent of all roadway fatalities in California, according to a CHP report.

CHP officials estimate 1,075 bicyclists and pedestrians were killed, and more than 26,095 were injured on California roadways during the 2016 Federal Fiscal Year.

This equates to nearly three bicycle and pedestrian fatalities in each day.

The enforcement component of the grant covers all laws affecting the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists.

Issues to be addressed are as follows:

• Motorists failing to yield for pedestrians
• Illegally passing school buses, speeding
• Distracted driving
• California’s 3-Feet for safety law

Programs are also expected to include educational courses for bicyclists, addressing riding in the wrong direction, adhering to stop signs and lights, and safety tips for children and the elderly.

The education component also includes intensive training on bicycle and pedestrian traffic safety for officers.

For more information about CHP programs click here.

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