Safety First

Always wear brightly colored or white clothing. Make sure motorists can see you.
Keep your bike in good running order. Get regular tune-ups. Check your tires, brakes and handlebars before each use.
Investigate the safest route to work. The route you drive may not be the best bicycling or walking route. Consider lighting, automobile traffic, existence of bike lanes or sidewalks, etc.
Try to find a walking or biking buddy. There's safety in numbers.
Whether you walk or bike, know the law. Most applicable laws were passed for safety reasons.
If you’re a cyclist, wear a properly fitted helmet!