During Traffic Safety Month in September, when delivering food, it’s more worthwhile to slow down, look, and stop at intersections than to rush to get one more order.
During Road Safety Month in September 2026, food delivery riders should prioritize checking for right-of-way at intersections, visibility when turning, blind spots around large vehicles, legal parking, and the pace at which they wait for orders. This article compiles safety reminders for delivery riders based on official data, emphasizing that road safety should never take a back seat to the desire to rush or maximize earnings per order.









