Be Safe & Be Seen!

The University of Kentucky embraces all forms of transportation on campus, from walking, to cycling to scooting. There’s a lot going on out there! Below are some safety tips, which are especially important as daylight hours start to shorten.

Construction areas can also pose challenges; these zones can generate visibility issues, and even sidewalk or bike lane debris and/or closures. It’s important to stay alert in these areas.

Cyclists & E-Scooters

• Yield to pedestrians. Slow down and scoot over to pass someone on foot and give audible warning. Dismount to pass when sidewalks are crowded or narrow.
• Don’t ride against the direction of traffic and obey all traffic signs and signals.
• Bikes and scooters are not allowed on elevated pedestrian walkways and inside buildings.
• Use front and rear lights in low-visibility conditions. Bright or reflective clothing is also recommended, as are helmets and other safety gear.
• Remove headphones or ear buds when riding on and near campus.
• Be predictable. Make eye contact with motorists and use hand signals to indicate your intentions.
• Stop at intersections and always use the crosswalk. Look both ways before crossing, even if you have the crosswalk light.

The university has a formal policy outlining correct usage of bikes and e-scooters. Take a few minutes to read the policy and review additional e-scooter safety information.
 

Pedestrians

• Always use crosswalks and look both ways, even if you have the pedestrian signal.
• Heads Up! Look up from your phone when crossing busy intersections and make eye contact with motorists to ensure that you’re seen.
• Watch for turning vehicles at intersections.
• Stay vigilant around construction zones, as traffic patterns often change in these areas.
• Wear bright clothing at night or in low visibility conditions.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have construction-related safety concerns, please call the university’s Work Control Center at 859-257-3844 or 859-257-2830.

For questions about cycling or e-scooters, email UK Transportation Services. For parking, traffic, and transit updates, sign up for notices and follow us on X @UKParking and on Instagram.