"Most pedestrian fatalities continue to occur at night, although nighttime deaths have accounted for an even larger share over the past few years. In 2021, 77% of fatal pedestrian crashes occurred in the dark, with approximately 20% happening in daylight and 3% during dawn or dusk. Since 2010, nighttime fatal crashes have increased by 86%, compared with a 31% rise in daytime pedestrian deaths”, according to a Governors Highway Safety Association study. Solutions such as streetlights, static signs, or freshly painted crosswalks are not enough because more often than not, drivers don’t notice or obey them. Fortunately, PedSafety has an innovative, life-saving product that can drastically improve nighttime and low-visibility pedestrian safety.

Audible beaconing is a functionality incorporated into certain Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) and becomes operational only when pedestrians utilize the extended press feature, which is initiated by holding down the button for more than one second. Accessible pedestrian signals (APS) employ sound, raised arrows, and vibration to communicate changes in Walk, Pedestrian Clearance, or Don’t Walk status to visually impaired pedestrians. Unlike basic push buttons devoid of sound or vibration, APS ensures users are not left in uncertainty, wondering if their call has been registered. This uncertainty can be particularly challenging for visually impaired individuals.

In today's ever-growing cities, roads are being made larger and faster than they ever have before. If you're driving to work this sounds like a great benefit, but if you are someone who would rather walk or cycle to work, these large roads can have adverse consequences for you. When creating new roads, DOTs and city engineers must plan around the safety of pedestrians and vehicles alike.