Steps to improve traffic safety
As the number of vehicles on the
road and traffic is advancing in giant strides, it is essential to
follow certain road safety rules.
Today, most people lack road-sense,
which complicates the matters related to safety. Even though you
have a license in hand, you may not be fully aware of safe driving
tips and traffic rules. In addition to this, the vehicle you own
may not even have undergone proper maintenance.
There are so many reasons due to
which road accidents and injuries are increasing. Following are
some of the reasons :
- Lack of road safety awareness.
- Use of mobile phones and other
electronic gadgets while driving.
- Improper vehicle maintenance.
- Pathetic condition of roads.
Some of the essentials
before driving on roads:
- Valid driving license
- Insurance certificate
- Registration certificate
- Pollution Under Control(PUC)
certificate
Things to do if you use four
wheelers:
- Wear seat belts and advice the same
to other passengers.
- You should use child seats for
children below 4 years.
- Permit pedestrians to cross the
road first.
- You should give way to emergency
vehicles.
- Make use of rear view mirrors and
indicators while you move to another lane.
- You should ride slowly near
junctions.
- Keep up proper distance from the
vehicle in front of yours.
- Always follow your driving
lane.
Things that should not be
done if you use four wheelers:
- You should never attempt to jump
red lights.
- Do not drink and drive.
- Never use mobile phones while
driving a vehicle.
- Do not try to let your vehicle
speed exceed 60kph in the city.
- Parking on busy roads is not
allowed.
- Do not drive a vehicle if your age
is below 18years.
- You should never apply sudden
brake.
Things that should be done
if you use two wheelers:
- Wear a good quality helmet for your
safety.
- Check the tires of your vehicle
before starting the journey.
- Ensure that the lights in your
vehicle are functioning.
- Give proper indication before you
plan to take a turn.
- Use brakes whenever needed.
- You should maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle moving ahead.
Things you should not do if
you use two wheelers:
- Never ride zigzag through
traffic.
- You should never try to overtake
from the left side of the vehicle.
- Never overload your vehicle.
- You should not apply sudden brake
in your vehicle.
- Do not use cell phones while
driving your vehicle.
Know your road
well:
- Center line: If
the white lines in the center are broken and divides the road into
two, then, it signifies that you can overtake if the coast is
clear.
- Twin white/yellow
lines: This symbol signifies that you should not try to
overtake another vehicle in that particular road.
- Small broken white
lines: This line is a separation and your vehicles are
supposed to move between those lines.
- Single yellow
line: This line can never be crossed unless there is a
need for you to turn right or take a U-turn.
- Zebra crossing:
These white stripes are meant for pedestrians to cross safely on
the road. If a pedestrian attempts to cross the road, stop your
vehicle and allow them to cross the road.
Some of the common faults
that obstruct road safety and how it can be handled:
- Overspeeding -
solved by using radar guns that help to check the speed of
vehicles.
- Violation of safety
rules- should be strictly dealt by Government and impose
heavy fines.
- Consumption of alcohol and
drugs- punishment should be given and license should be
cancelled.
- Road congestion-
use public transport system and encourage carpooling.