Road Hazard Safety
Safety on the road is encouraged to eliminate and/or reduce the amount of vehicular accidents and collisions on the roadway. On the road accidents kill more people than any other form of transportation, including buses, planes and ships.
Other People Are Reading
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Cell Phone Use
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People who use cell phones have a higher chance of causing accidents than those who pay full attention on the road.
Texting While Driving
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Text messages require an allotted time to look down and read the message. Reaction time is eliminated when texting and causes accidents and collisions.
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Speed
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The World Health Organization (WHO) says that speed contributes to at least 30 percent of road traffic crashes and deaths. Slow down for safety.
Safe Driving Distance
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Follow the "three-second rule" to safely follow a vehicle. If you are too close to the vehicle before you finish counting to three, you're too close. Heavier cars are a reason to be more cautious of your distance, because heavier cars cause more damage.
Avoid Alcohol
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According to WHO, any level of alcohol in the blood increases the risk of car crashes. Do not drink and drive.
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