Road Safety

THE FACTS: How many people do you think are involved in road crashes in 2008/09 in Northern Ireland? Number of deaths? 6 Number of serious injuries? 96 Number of slight injuries? 846

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Think about the true stories reported in the newspaper articles. Who will be effected by these events and how? What effect will road deaths have on families and communities? Day to Day EffectsEmotional Effects

What effect will road deaths have on families and communities? Day to day Effects Emotional Effects

Road Users List all of the different types of road users. 1.What are the dangers for each of the different types of road users? 2.Are some of these road users at more risk than people in vehicles? Why? Clues We are all at risk on the roads. We all need to look out for each other.

Think: How safe are you travelling by car? You’re much more likely to die in a car or on a motorbike than on trains, buses, planes or ferries. 2.5 deaths per billion km travelled 0.2 deaths per billion km travelled 0.4 deaths per billion km travelled 105 deaths per billion km travelled Less than 0.01 deaths per billion km travelled

FACTS: Speed and stopping distances The faster drivers go, the less time they have to react to people and hazards

THE FACTS: W hat are the survival chances of a pedestrian hit at 20mph, 30mph, 35mph and 40mph? The faster drivers go, the harder they hit, and the greater the chance of death or serious injury. 20mph = 95% chance of survival 30mph = 80% chance of survival 35mph = 50% chance of survival 40mph = 10% chance of survival

Young drivers, especially young male drivers, are much more likely to kill themselves and others in road crashes, compared to older drivers

Think: What types of behaviour causes death and injuries on roads? Among drivers: Among cyclists: Among passengers: Among pedestrians:

Walk Safe! FACT: Teenagers are more likely to be killed or injured down while walking than under- 11s. Think: Why do you think young people your age are more at risk on foot?

When crossing, focus on the road – not your mates or your mobile Cross in places where drivers can see you easily Go back to basics – stop, look, listen Don’t muck about near roads or put your mates at risk Wear something bright and reflective Choose safe routes Stay Safe

FACT: one in three cyclists killed and injured are under 20 FACT: half of injuries suffered by cyclists are to the head or face Cycle Safe SMART CHOICES: Always wear a helmet Be bright be seen Check your bike’s in good shape Stay focused – never use your mobile or stereo Plan your route Know your road rules Be skilled - get trained!

Travel Safe FACT: One in three car passengers killed on roads are under 20 FACT: Young drivers are more likely to crash if there are other young people in the car? Discuss: Why are young drivers more likely to have an accident with their friends in the car? What can you do to make sure you are safe as a passenger?

SMART CHOICES: Never get a lift from anyone you don’t know for sure will drive safely Never get a lift from anyone you don’t know for sure is sober, licensed and insured Always belt up front and back – check everyone else does too Never distract the driver or encourage them to drive dangerously Tell the driver to slow down if they’re going too fast. Ask to be let out if they don’t Travel Safe

PLEDGE TO STAY SAFE: Walk smart, Cycle smart, Travel smart Aaron Turner, age 12, killed while crossing the road Kimberley Wilson, age 15, killed as a passenger in a friend’s car Matthew Orr, age 10, killed while cycling This presentation was produced in memory of: