Road Traffic Safety

Road Traffic Safety

Road Traffic Safety (pronunciation: /roʊd ˈtræfɪk ˈseɪfti/) refers to the methods and measures used to prevent Road Traffic Accidents from happening on the road. The goal of road traffic safety is to reduce the harm (deaths, injuries, and property damage) resulting from crashes of road vehicles traveling on public roads.

Etymology

The term "Road Traffic Safety" is derived from the English words "road" (a wide way leading from one place to another), "traffic" (the movement of vehicles along a route), and "safety" (the condition of being protected from harm or other non-desirable outcomes).

Related Terms

• Road Traffic Accident: An accident that occurs on the road between vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, or other road users.
• Traffic Management: The planning, monitoring, and control of traffic to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow.
• Road Safety Audit: A formal examination of a future road or traffic project to check for potential safety issues.
• Road Safety Education: The process of acquiring knowledge and understanding about road safety rules and practices.
• Traffic Rules: The laws or guidelines created by traffic authorities to regulate the movements of vehicles and pedestrians on the road.

See Also

• Vehicle Safety
• Pedestrian Safety
• Cycling Safety
• Motorcycle Safety

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