Rules  for  pedestrians  1.General guidance  ● be prepared to walk in single file, especially on narrow roads  or in poor light  ● keep close to the side of the road.  It may be safer to cross the road well before a sharp right-hand  bend so that oncoming traffic has a better chance of seeing you.  Cross back after the bend.  highwaycodeuk.co.uk 5  1. Pavements   (including any path along the side of a road) should be  used if provided. Where possible, avoid being next to the kerb with  your back to the traffic. If you have to step into the road, look both  ways first. Always show due care and consideration for others.  2. If there is no pavement,   keep to the right-hand side of the road so  that you can see oncoming traffic. You should take extra care and  3. Help other road users to see you.   Wear or carry something  light-coloured, bright or fluorescent in poor daylight conditions.  When it is dark, use reflective materials (e.g. armbands, sashes,  waistcoats, jackets, footwear), which can be seen by drivers using  headlights up to three times as far away as non-reflective  materials. 