RUNNING SAFETY RULES

RUNNING SAFETY RULES

All Track Shack Fitness Club training program participants are responsible for their own safety and agree to follow the safety rules for pedestrians as stated by the FL Dept. of Transportation: “Where sidewalks are provided, no pedestrian shall, unless required by other circumstances, walk or run along and upon the portion of a roadway paved for vehicular traffic. Where sidewalks are not provided, a pedestrian walking or running along and upon a highway shall, when practicable, walk or run only on the shoulder on the left side of the roadway in relation to the pedestrian's direction of travel, facing traffic which may approach from the opposite direction”. Group Leaders agree to follow and enforce these safety rules.

1.Run facing traffic so you can see and hear oncoming cars.

2.Run single file. Do not block the road!

3.Get out of the way of oncoming cars; do not challenge them.

4.Watch for cars making right-hand turns into you.

5.Ignore verbal harassment.

6.Use sidewalks when and where possible!

7.Make yourself visible! Wear light colored, reflective clothing and/or lights.

8.NO I-pods or headsets! You need to be able to hear traffic and your pace group. Be aware of your surroundings at all times.

9.Listen for directions from your pace group. For example: car back, car up, runners up, potholes or bumps, turns, etc.

10.Obey all traffic lights, traffic signs, and use cross-walks.

11.Learn our running routes.

12.NEVER run alone! Always run with a companion.

13.Carry a cell phone with you. Put your phone in a ziplock bag to protect it from getting wet.

14.Carry your car key with you. Do not hide your key around your car.

15.Conceal any valuables left in your car.

16.Carry Identification. Include your name, emergency contact, any drug allergies, medical conditions, blood type, etc.

17.Carrying pepper spray or a noisemaker is recommended.

18.In the event of any emergencies, call 911.