What is road safety awareness?

Understanding the traffic rules and regulations is essential for walking or driving safely on the roads while preventing accidents and other mishaps. Road safety awareness helps one learn about the rules regarding traffic lights, crossing the roads, walkways, animal safety, drunk driving prevention, speed limits, etc. The safety of pedestrians, stray animals, and motorists can be ensured when road safety is taught early on in life.

What precautions should be taken while crossing the road?

To safely cross the road, one must follow precautions such as being alert and attentive, waiting for the red light for vehicles and green for pedestrians, using the zebra crossing, and never multitasking or using a mobile phone.

Why should we always wear a seatbelt in the car?

It is important to wear a seat belt inside a car as it helps keep one safe and secure inside the vehicle in case of a collision (10).

What are the dangers of using a phone while walking or cycling on the road?

Research conducted by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) reported that people who used their phones while crossing the road were prone to missing red lights and collisions, which could result in fatal outcomes (11).