4 TRUSTED WAYS TO PREVENT ROAD ACCIDENTS

posted on Jul 9, 2021 |   498 likes

The rising numbers of road accidents daily have emerged as a significant public health issue. You cannot turn on the radio, Tv, social media, or pick up a newspaper without reading about an accident on the road, fatal or minor.

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According to the World Health Organization, 1.35 million people die each year from road traffic crashes globally.

In Nigeria, the National Bureau of Statistics stated that an average of 9 people died daily in road accidents in the second quarter of 2020.

At the minimum, an estimated number of 1076 died from road accidents in Q3. This report is according to the Federal Road Safety Corps.

The rising numbers of road accidents daily have emerged as a significant public health issue. You cannot turn on the radio, Tv, social media, or pick up a newspaper without reading about an accident on the road, fatal or minor.  One would wonder if we learn from our mistakes.

Road accidents occur because of several avoidable reasons such as drunk driving, overspeeding, wrong-way driving, and slight distractions. Other times, they occur due to poor road lighting, potholes, etc.

Despite the possible reasons, the consequences are usually fatal. Both pedestrians and drivers are at equal risks. Lives are lost, and people, forced into a temporal or lifelong disability. The deplorable conditions of most major roads in Nigeria, require extra precaution when driving.

Here are four easy tips to preventing road accidents and make the road safer for everyone.

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1.     Car maintenance.

Examine your car regularly and make sure the necessary things are in place before heading out. This might seem a bit monotonous to some, yet, it contributes a long way in preventing car accidents. The most vital things to check out for are:

·     Brakes: brakes are necessary for the safety of the vehicle.

·     Tires: check tires for wear, damages on the sidewall, and other issues that may       need alignment, rotation, or replacement.

·      Lights: Lights are popular for visibility. Headlights provide visibility while taillights        make other drivers see you. Keep both lights in good condition.

·      Engines: check engines for debris, or any minor or serious damage.

·     Fluids: make sure the fluid level is adequately maintained. The lack of oil poses       a critical threat to the engine.

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2.     Obey traffic rules and regulations.

As stereotype as this might sound, it is the simplest yet most overlooked tip to preventing road accidents. A direct oversight can be lethal. Promptly obeying the simple rules not only safeguards you but equally protects pedestrians.

At this point, it is necessary to bear in mind that not all drivers will obey the rules as you have done, as a result, the need to stay cautious arises. Keep a watch on other drivers.

3.     Avoid overspeeding.

Maintaining a constant speed minimizes road accidents. Speeding remains the most dominant cause of accidents on our roads.

Keeping a constant speed helps in maneuvering your vehicle. Perhaps you collide with something; the impact is minimal. Over speeding still kills.

4.     Avoid drunk driving.

Alcohol and other drugs have been known to impair the mental and motor skills of users. Since driving demands maximum attention and alertness, drunken drivers cannot drive safely.

If you must drink, don’t drive. If you must drive, don’t drink.

Bottom Line

There is no assurance that accidents would not occur, however, following these simple tips can help make the road safer for everyone.

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