Shared duty in school zone road safety
I applaud the efforts to increase road safety in school zones, through measures such as better signs to warn motorists to slow down. (“Steps to boost road safety in school zones by 2018”; Jan 29).
I applaud the efforts to increase road safety in school zones, through measures such as better signs to warn motorists to slow down. (“Steps to boost road safety in school zones by 2018”; Jan 29).
This will help to decrease the number of accidents in school zones. But everyone has a shared responsibility in ensuring his or her own safety. Drivers must be more aware of other road users and follow the traffic rules accordingly.
Schools must be proactive about inculcating road safety habits in their pupils early. They could also learn to report errant drivers in their school zone to the school, if necessary.
The traffic police should clamp down on errant drivers to ensure that motorists stick to the speed limits, instead of endangering others with reckless driving and lack of awareness.
It is through enforcement that motorists learn to obey traffic regulations and look out for other road users’ safety. So, to prevent accidents on our roads, enforcement must be stepped up not only in school zones.
Also, the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Committee should monitor the effectiveness of the road safety measures in school zones and the number of traffic offences, as guidelines for improvements that should be made.
Continual dialogue between schools and the authorities, as well as responsible driving and road usage, are essential for increased road safety of pupils in school zones.