POP – Protecting Our Pedestrians
Here at NJ TRANSIT, we are taking an exciting and innovative approach to educating the public about pedestrian safety on the streets. As one of the leading public transportation agencies in the US, it is our responsibility to educate and inform communities about the importance of pedestrian safety to avoid serious injury or death caused by accidents.
POP teaches and encourages pedestrian safety for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. This innovative and interactive 45-minute presentation addresses crossing streets and intersections safely, traffic hazards and signals, parking lot safety, and more.
Meet The Instructor:
Opal McCalla, MSOL
Safety Education Specialist
| "This has always been my life's work," is how Opal describes her passion for youth & community development. She continues to enhance her expertise by bridging safety with civic engagement. Opal is an experienced youth development professional, safety education specialist, and “youth whisperer” with more than 25 years of experience facilitating workshops for all ages. |  |
Safety Town
Safety Town is a nationally recognized program specially designed for grades K-3. This mobile replica town teaches children about various aspects of safety, including bike, rail, pedestrian, stranger danger, fire safety, school bus safety, outdoor safety, and seat belt safety. Safety Town features miniature streets, buildings, working traffic lights, child-sized houses, crosswalks, rail tracks, and rail crossings. Children learn safety behaviors through active involvement and role-playing in simulated and real-life situations under the guidance of safety professionals.
To broaden the impact of NJ TRANSIT’s safety awareness training, we have partnered with The University Hospital of Newark, EZ Ride, and the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey to bring this nationally recognized program to our communities.
FAQ:
- How do I get access?
For further details, please click here! - What does the program cost?
The program is free. There are no fees associated with the presentation. - Where is the training held?
Training can be held either in-person or virtually. - How much time does the program take?
Approximately 45 minutes.
If you have questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with Opal at (201) 407-0781 or [email protected], Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM.