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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