road safety rules

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MOTORISTS

  • Always drive on the left.
  • Speed should be adjusted according to the road conditions.
  • Drive at a safe speed and always observe the speed limit.
  • Always wear your seat belt and ensure that your passengers do the same.
  • Do NOT drink and drive.
  • Follow other vehicles at a safe distance.
  • Do not use a mobile phone while driving.
  • Overtake with care.
  • Do not tailgate.
  • Before you drive a vehicle ensure that:
    • The vehicle is properly licensed,
    • It has a valid insurance policy,
    • You have the valid and appropriate licence to drive the vehicle.

PEDESTRIANS

  • Always cross the road at designated pedestrian or zebra crossings.
  • Always use footpaths where they are available.
  • Do not cross at bends in the road where you cannot see the danger of oncoming vehicles.
  • If you are walking in a group, walk in single file facing oncoming traffic.
  • When crossing the road, be attentive and on the lookout for oncoming vehicles.

COMMUTERS

  • Always wait for the bus to stop completely when boarding or alighting.
  • Do not stick out any part of your body when you are in a moving bus or car.


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