Crossing with Confidence
Managing risk when creating crossing guard programs in California
As the SRTS movement continues to gain momentum across the country, it is clear that in many communities, not all children can easily and safely walk or bicycle to school, especially if their school is located near a busy or dangerous intersection. With proper training and equipment, crossing guards can play a critical role in ensuring that students who walk or bicycle to school arrive safely.
CA4Health, in collaboration with ChangeLab Solutions, has developed this comprehensive fact sheet; Crossing with Confidence discusses the legal implications of establishing a crossing guard program and identifies concrete steps public entities – including school districts – can take to minimize their exposure to liability. Armed with in-depth knowledge of the key issues, school districts, municipalities, and active transportation advocates can protect themselves from liability while creating safe and effective crossing guard programs.
CA4Health is the Public Health Institute’s Community Transformation Grant.
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