About Road Safety 🚗⚠️

🚗 Road Safety is of prime importance as road accidents have become one of the leading causes of death in India and across the 🌍 world.

🛣️ Road Safety means safety for all road users. The continuously changing traffic pattern and its environment require several measures to control this menace effectively.

🔧 Key Factors for Road Safety:

📏 Geometric improvements in road design features are essential.
⚡ Speed management plays a crucial role.
🧠 Effective use of ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) can enhance safety.
🚥 Synchronized signaling systems in urban areas can improve highway capacity while enhancing safety.
📊 Integration of Safety as LOS (Level of Service) in Highway Capacity determination is necessary.