road safety tips for accident free drive
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Road Safety: Tips For Accident-Free Drive
• There is an approximate
of 1.24 million deaths
worldwide due to road
accidents.
Statistics Say:
• Middle-income
countries have the
highest road traffic
death rates
• Majority of casualties
and fatalities are due to
motor vehicle crashes
Major Causes Of Accidents
• Speeding (Exceeding Speed Limit)
• Distracted Driving (talking
on the phone, texting,
eating, reading, grooming,
and talking)
• Drunk Driving (Driving Under Influence of Alcohol Or Drugs)
• Driver fatigue
(drowsiness, discomfort or loss of concentration)
• Inclement Weather
(Snow, Heavy Rain, Fog,
etc.)
• Aggressive Driving
(Aggressive tailgating, Road Rage)
Safety Tips: • Periodic safety check to
ensure vehicle is in good
condition
• Do not exceed legal
speed limits.
• Be aware of pedestrians, cyclists, children, animals and motorcyclists
• Do not use mobile phones
or digital devices while
driving
• Avoid driving during
extreme weather
conditions
• Do not tailgate
• It is important to always
wear a seat belt
• Always follow traffic rules
and regulations
• Be careful when crossing
the street, observe
pedestrian
For Passengers:
For Children: • Always remember to
buckle up your kids
• Do not travel with a child
on your lap
• Never leave infants or
young children
unattended in a car
Safety Reminders:• Be alert for careless
drivers even at signalized
crossings
• As much as possible, don’t let elderly people drive alone
• Family members should assist elders while travelling
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