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Writer's picturePiyush Sharma

Target 3.6: Halve Road Traffic Deaths and Injuries

Updated: May 16

By 2020, halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents.


1. School-Based Road Safety Education Program (SRSSEP)


School-Based Road Safety Education Program (SRSSEP)

  • Specific: Develop and deliver interactive road safety lessons to all elementary school students across a city.

  • Measurable: Track student participation and knowledge gained through pre- and post-program assessments focusing on safe pedestrian and cycling practices.

  • Achievable: Partner with the education department and train existing teachers on road safety curriculum delivery.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase student awareness of road safety rules and responsible behavior by 20% within a year.

  • Time-Bound: Develop curriculum materials and pilot it in 10 schools within a year, with citywide expansion in year 2.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: While directly measuring impact on road accident deaths might take longer, conduct surveys with parents to assess changes in children's road safety awareness and behavior.


2. Public Awareness Campaign for Safe Driving Practices (PAC-SDP)


Public Awareness Campaign for Safe Driving Practices (PAC-SDP)

  • Specific: Launch a multi-media campaign promoting responsible driving habits, including seatbelt use, obeying speed limits, and avoiding distractions.

  • Measurable: Track campaign reach through social media engagement, website views, and distribution of informational materials.

  • Achievable: Partner with media outlets and transportation authorities to disseminate campaign messages.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of responsible driving practices by 15% within a year, with a 10% reduction in traffic violations.

  • Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials and launch it across various media platforms within 4 months, with ongoing monitoring and adjustments throughout the year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Utilize data from traffic authorities to assess changes in speeding tickets and other traffic violations after the campaign launch.


3. Improved Road Infrastructure and Maintenance (IRIM)


Improved Road Infrastructure and Maintenance (IRIM)

  • Specific: Identify high-risk accident zones and invest in infrastructure improvements like better signage, designated pedestrian crossings, and improved road conditions.

  • Measurable: Track the number of high-risk zones addressed and the completion rate of infrastructure improvement projects.

  • Achievable: Partner with transportation departments and secure funding for targeted infrastructure upgrades.

  • Result-Oriented: Reduce the number of accidents in high-risk zones by 25% within 2 years.

  • Time-Bound: Conduct a comprehensive road safety audit within 3 months, prioritizing and completing infrastructure projects in phases throughout the following year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Collaborate with traffic authorities to monitor accident data before and after infrastructure improvements in high-risk zones.


4. Enhanced Driver Training and Licensing (EDTL)


Enhanced Driver Training and Licensing (EDTL)

  • Specific:  Review and update driver education curriculum to incorporate advanced defensive driving techniques and responsible behavior.

  • Measurable: Track the number of driving schools implementing the revised curriculum and the performance of students on new driver's license tests.

  • Achievable: Partner with driving schools and government licensing authorities to implement revised training standards.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase the pass rate on the new driver's license test by 10% within a year, indicating better-prepared drivers.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the revised curriculum within 6 months and pilot it with 5 driving schools, with nationwide implementation by year 2.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: While directly measuring impact on deaths might take longer, monitor traffic violation data and accident rates among newly licensed drivers over time.


5. Public Transportation Expansion and Promotion (PTEP)


Public Transportation Expansion and Promotion (PTEP)

  • Specific: Expand public transportation networks (buses, trains, trams) in key urban areas, with a focus on connecting residential areas with workplaces and commercial centers.

  • Measurable: Track the number of new routes established, ridership increase on public transport, and reduction in private vehicle usage during peak hours.

  • Achievable: Partner with transportation authorities and secure funding for infrastructure development and vehicle acquisition.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase public transit ridership by 20% within 2 years, leading to a 10% decrease in traffic congestion and potential reduction in road accidents.

  • Time-Bound: Conduct feasibility studies and secure funding within 6 months, launching pilot projects in specific areas within a year, with expansion plans by year 2.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Utilize traffic data from authorities to assess changes in accident rates before and after public transport expansion projects.


6. Stricter Enforcement of Traffic Laws (SETL)


Stricter Enforcement of Traffic Laws (SETL)

  • Specific: Increase police presence on high-risk roads and implement stricter enforcement of traffic laws, including speeding, drunk driving, and seatbelt violations.

  • Measurable: Track the number of traffic citations issued, drunk driving arrests, and police patrols conducted in high-risk zones.

  • Achievable: Partner with traffic police departments and increase training on enforcement procedures.

  • Result-Oriented: Reduce traffic violations by 30% within a year, with a 15% decrease in accidents caused by drunk driving or speeding.

  • Time-Bound: Develop a comprehensive enforcement strategy within 3 months, with increased police presence and stricter enforcement protocols rolled out in phases over the following year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Collaborate with traffic authorities to analyze accident data before and after stricter enforcement measures, particularly focusing on targeted violations like drunk driving and speeding.


7. Motorcycle Helmet Use Campaign (MHUC)


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  • Specific: Launch a public awareness campaign promoting the importance of helmet use for motorcycle riders and passengers.

  • Measurable: Track campaign reach through media engagement and distribution of educational materials on helmet safety.

  • Achievable: Partner with motorcycle associations, safety organizations, and media outlets to disseminate campaign messages.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase motorcycle helmet use by 25% within a year, with a 10% reduction in motorcycle accident fatalities.

  • Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials and launch it across various media platforms within 4 months, with ongoing monitoring and adjustments throughout the year.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Collaborate with traffic authorities to analyze data on motorcycle accident fatalities and helmet use before and after the campaign launch.


8. Distracted Driving Prevention Initiatives (DDPI)


Distracted Driving Prevention Initiatives (DDPI)

  • Specific: Implement public awareness campaigns and legal measures to discourage distracted driving, including cellphone use and texting while driving.

  • Measurable: Track campaign reach and public awareness of distracted driving dangers. Monitor the number of citations issued for distracted driving violations.

  • Achievable: Partner with road safety organizations, law enforcement, and mobile network providers to raise awareness and implement stricter regulations.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase public awareness of distracted driving risks by 20% within a year, with a 15% reduction in citations issued for distracted driving violations.

  • Time-Bound: Develop campaign materials and launch awareness initiatives within 4 months, with legislative changes and enforcement protocols implemented by year 2.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Utilize traffic data to assess changes in distracted driving citations after the campaign launch and policy implementation. While directly measuring impact on deaths might take longer, a decrease in these violations can be an indicator.


9. Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Adoption Incentive (ADASI)


Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Adoption Incentive (ADASI)

  • Specific: Implement a financial incentive program to encourage the purchase of new vehicles equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) like lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking.

  • Measurable: Track the number of vehicles sold with ADAS features, the number of individuals utilizing the incentive program, and the total funding allocated.

  • Achievable: Partner with car manufacturers, dealerships, and government agencies to offer rebates or tax breaks for ADAS-equipped vehicles.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase the number of vehicles sold with ADAS features by 30% within 3 years, with a projected reduction in accidents caused by human error.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the incentive program structure within 6 months, launch it in collaboration with car dealerships by year 1, and monitor its effectiveness with potential adjustments in year 2 and 3.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Utilize traffic data from authorities to assess changes in accident rates over time, focusing on types of accidents potentially mitigated by ADAS features. Collaborate with car manufacturers to gather data on ADAS usage within vehicles.


10. Telematics-Based Driver Monitoring and Risk Assessment (TDMRA)


Telematics-Based Driver Monitoring and Risk Assessment (TDMRA)

  • Specific: Partner with insurance companies to offer telematics-based insurance programs that monitor driving behavior (speeding, harsh braking, etc.) and provide discounts for safe drivers.

  • Measurable: Track the number of drivers enrolled in the program, telematics data collected, and the impact on insurance premiums.

  • Achievable: Partner with insurance companies and develop a secure telematics data collection and analysis system.

  • Result-Oriented: Increase enrollment in the program by 25% within 2 years, with a 10% reduction in accidents among participating drivers.

  • Time-Bound: Develop the program framework and pilot it with a select group of drivers within 6 months, expanding to a wider pool of participants and insurance companies by year 2.

Impact Assessment:

  • 3.6.1: Collaborate with insurance companies to analyze accident data within the program and compare it with general accident trends. While directly measuring impact on deaths might take longer, a decrease in accidents among participating drivers can be an indicator.

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