Article updated 28-Oct-2024
In 2023, 16% of the death toll on our streets originates from ‘running over’ of pedestrians. Zebra crossings are designed to guarantee a safe passage for pedestrians. Be aware that motorists are in the stronger position and that pedestrians are in a very vulnerable position, especially at those zebra crossings without traffic lights! Motorists need to be caring and be extra vigilant when approaching zebra crossings / pedestrian crossings.
How to do it right
As a motorist:
- The yield signs at zebra crossings indicate, that pedestrians have right of way – obey it!
- Slow down or stop to make sure pedestrians can cross safely.
- If there is traffic behind you, use your hazard lights for warning.
- If there are 2 or more lanes, and another car already stopped for pedestrians, you must stop, too!
- If you approach a zebra crossing and you see pedestrians on the street already crossing, you must stop!
- Be very careful, mindful and polite when you approach zebra crossings!
- Don’t forget: once you step out of your car, you are also a pedestrian and you also desire that drivers watch out for you!
As a pedestrian:
- Don’t be distracted when using a zebra crossing (get off your phone!)
- Establish eye contact with approaching motorists
- Be mindful, that you are the weakest traffic participant
- Take no risks and don’t force your way (even if motorists have a yield-sign)
- Don’t cross by red light
Also refer to: http://www.roadsafetyuae.com/pedestrian-safety/
Dear Publisher,
Thank you for article and i have seen many peoples get accident on the Pedestrian Crossing but they dont have any payments for thier suffer even they recovery form accident and drivers just swept away with out any panelty.
where we can find more leagal assitant by lawyer to claim ruthless Drivers?
Thank you
Dear Palitha,
As a first step, I would send an SMS on Sunday to this number: 4001
Dubai Eye 103.8 – they have a great radio show every Sunday from 12noon-2PM where people can ask for legal advise – the show is called ‘The Word’.
I am sure, they will give you good advise.
Kind regards,
Your RoadSafetyUAE Team
Where can I file a complaint and get authority to look into tecom pedestrian crossing where majority of drivers stop after white line . This is a regular case here where there is a children play area. Today I was walking with my daughter and driver nearly stopped 2 feet away from us .. what can I do in such a situation . This is a regular thing in tecom for drivers stopping too late ..
Dear Harsh,
I guess the best is to contact Dubai Police via their on-line portal.
Kind regards,
Your RoadSafetyUAE Team
Respected sir,
Behind abuhail metro station one kfc is there . Near to that kfc is zebra cross line .but peoples cannot enter into this why because these kfc peoples tables and small trees are keeping there . There is no way to enter in to zebra . So please help to solve the issue
Greetings,
Thanks for sharing your concern and we forwarded it to RTA for their consideration.
Drive safely and kind regards,
Your RoadSafetyUAE Team
How we can apply for the Zebra Crossing
Greetings.
Best to contact ask@rta.ae
Regards,
Your RoadSafetyUAE Team
My husband was driving within the limits of the road speed, and suddenly, a man crossed the road from nowhere. He hit him accidentally, there was no zebra crossing also… I don’t know what to do, as my husband is taken into custody. Please help..!!
Dear Monisha,
We are so sorry to hear! We hope the pedestrian did not suffer any serious injury. We advise to trust the authorities, as they have a keen interest in the case. Also, it might be a good idea to reach out to a qualified lawyer to guide you through the process.
Good luck to all involved!
Drive safely,
Your RoadSafetyUaE Team
I live in Tecom and many times motorists don’t respect the zebra crossing and one of them nearly hit me once! Tell me please how can I report a reckless driver in the future. Anytime I am crossing now I start my phone camera. They need to take lessons in driving maybe they forgot what these white lines mean..
Hello Wael,
Thanks for your comment. Unfortunately we experience this a lot, despite the fact that stiff penalties have been introduced for this kind of violations. You can reach out to ‘We are all Police’ to report these instances. Kindly refer to: https://www.dubaipolice.gov.ae/901.pdf
Kind regards and drive safely,
Your RoadSafetyUAE Team