PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES: BEST PRACTICES, TECHNOLOGIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION OPPORTUNITIES

Abstract

Pedestrian safety has become a critical focus of urban planning policies in developed countries. This article explores the comprehensive strategies, advanced technologies, and institutional frameworks adopted in leading nations such as the United States, Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands to ensure pedestrian protection. Key aspects include smart traffic signal systems, raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only zones, and intelligent transport integration. The research evaluates how these measures have reduced pedestrian fatalities and injuries while promoting walkable cities. Furthermore, the paper discusses the feasibility of adapting and implementing these solutions in developing urban environments, with particular attention to infrastructural, legal, and socio-economic contexts. The analysis offers a comparative overview and provides policy recommendations for improving pedestrian safety in transition economies.