ROAD SAFETY

The term road traffic safety is an indication of how safe individual users are on some particular road, or on the roads belonging to some region.

The main danger to road users is the likelihood of a traffic collision.

What is Road Safety?

GOOD HABITS

Always cross at the Green sign

GOOD HABIT

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GOOD HABITS

BAD HABITS

BAD HABITS

Traffic Lights

When the signal light turns red, cars stop. 

Traffic Lights

When the signal light turns yellow, cars should slow down and prepare to stop

Traffic LightsWhen the signal light turns green, cars go.

Walk SignThe WALK signal is found at busy intersections. It means that it is okay for you to cross the street.

Don't Walk Sign

This is a picture of a red hand, meaning you should STOP. 

Road Accident Statistics

About 63% of deaths in Abu Dhabi are from road accidents

The main cause of death among children 0 to 14-year-olds is fatal injuries, of

which 63% are traffic related.

Over Speeding Reckless Driving Using Mobile Phones while Driving Irresponsible Driving Ignoring Safety Precautions

◦ Not wearing of helmets and seatbelts

Common Causes of Road Accidents

ROAD SIGNS

No U-Turn

No Parking

ROAD SIGNS

Zebra Crossing

Children Crossing

ROAD SIGNS

Handicap

Slow

ROAD SIGNS

No Cycling

Road Work

Strict speed laws 90 % of accidents can be stopped by using strict speed laws.

Current speed limits should be brought down further.

Steps to be taken for preventing Road Accidents

High fines to speeders.

Heavy fines should be imposed for those who cause accidents.

New electronic tools should be developed for collision prevention and should be fitted on all vehicle.

How to prevent Road Accidents

Helmet should always be used, OR place a lower speed limit for those who do not use helmet.

Helmets should also be used for backseat passengers

How to prevent Road Accidents

Strict enforcement of existing traffic rules.

Children below a certain age should not be permitted to do cycling in busy roads.

How to prevent Road Accidents

Video and Computer Games that simulate Racing should be banned by the Government OR discouraged by parents as it will develop racing habit in children.

How to prevent Road Accidents

Racing and over speed / highly risky riding, driving by Heroes should not be filmed in cinemas and TV serials. Government should censor such scenes.

How to prevent Road Accidents