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Road Accidents in Namibia

Accident is becoming is becoming a daily thing in our country, however it can be prevented when we unite together as Namibians and try to make use of the following guide lines in trying to prevent accidents.

Strong rules and regulations

Strong rules and regulations about road safety must be set and the traffic control division should ensure that all cars on the road are of the right standard of road safety. Cars that may seen as they are not well fit to be on the road, traffic officers should not allow this type of cars on public roads. Lorraine kozondovi (2011) “reveal that 1068 motor vehicle accidents, 2213 injuries and 162 fatalities have occurred in Namibia”.

Radio and television

Radio and television programs to educate the nation about the danger of accidents. Most of accidents are caused by drinking and driving, if one is drunk and travels a long distance while driving, alcohol may lower down the cautionness and motor driving skills may be lost. Poor distance vision may occur, programs like these to educate the nation about the effects of drinking and driving should be broadcasting to reduce accidents Pamphlets and handbooks should be given to the public to share knowledge about accidents and suggested measures that may be taken to prevent accidents. These books may be obtained from checkpoints and more checkpoints should be developed. Fines should be too high to those who are exceeding the speed limit allowed. Service station should not sell alcohol to drivers. People may be recruited by the government to watch out drivers who want to by alcohol while driving at all service station in our country.

Media

Hend-Rinah Nacanyala (2011) said that “drive according to road conditions drive slower when the weather is bad, road surfaces deteriorate in rain ice or snow. The ability to stop quickly greatly reduces when the roads are not dry. Keep your vehicle in good mechanical order, replace worn out tires and brakes as needed, keep windshield washer fluid full and change out windshield wipers on a regular basis. Wear your seat belt, not only do seat belt keep you safe in an accident it will help you avoid accident as well. Look extra carefully in parking lots or parking area as many accidents happen here follow the rules set up in parking areas”.

conclusion

In conclusion its said you educate a mother you educate the whole nation, it’s because mothers can share knowledge as they can also help to teach their family about the danger of accidents and how they can prevent accidents. Definitely as we unite together and willing to make use of the basic steps as outlined in this essay we could enjoy a free accident life in Namibia.