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Get your car seat checked by a certified technician

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The Child Car Seat Events Calendar for 2026 is now posted on the Transportation Safety Office Safety Belts and Child Seats webpage. New clinic dates and locations are added regularly, be sure to check back often to find an event near you.

School Bus Safety Reminder

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Statistically, school buses are the safest way to transport school children. Yet more injuries and fatalities occur outside of or near a school bus because a motorist has failed to obey the stop-arm warning or to follow local traffic laws.

Flashing amber lights warn traffic that the bus is about to stop on the road to load or unload children. Prepare to stop. When the red lights flash, stop before reaching the bus and remain stopped until the driver turns off the flashing red lights. For more information visit the NHTSA School Bus Safety website.

Help Shape Transportation Safety in Oregon

Join us in making Oregon's roadways safer for everyone.

The Transportation Safety Office is committed to enhancing the safety of all roadway users across Oregon through education and outreach.

Your Voice Matters!

Participate in our quick survey to share your insights. Your feedback will directly contribute to improving safety measures in your community and beyond.

Your thoughts are important to our mission of enhancing transportation safety statewide. Please note: All other questions or comments that are not related specifically to safety education and outreach should be directed to Ask ODOT (or 1-888-ASK-ODOT).

Act Now!

Take a quick survey and ensure your voice heard.

Have More to Say?

We welcome your additional input and ideas. Feel free to email us at TransportationSafetyInput@odot.oregon.gov.

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Pedestrian Safety - Oregonians Stand Out

Oregonians Stand Out - At Night poster

Oregonians Stand Out - Full Size PDF

As the season changes from summer to fall, it is now dark later in the morning and getting dark earlier in the evening. Remember to look out for people walking, riding and rolling. Most pedestrian fatalities occur at dusk or at night when visibility is low.

Help prevent these tragedies by following these tips:

As a driver:

  • Be extra vigilant at dusk - it's harder to see pedestrians. 
  • Watch out for pedestrians at corners and mid-block marked, or unmarked crosswalks. 
  • Slow down and look for movement in the dark. 

As a pedestrian:

  • Avoid wearing dark clothing that blends into your surroundings. 
  • Wear bright colors during the day and light, or reflective gear at night. 
  • Carry a flashlight or use a headlamp when it's dark, rainy. foggy or cloudy. 
  • Together, we can make Oregon's streets safer for everyone.

Check out our safe driving pedestrian PSA: English / Spanish