Safety on the Road

Driver Education plays an important role in driver safety and accident reduction. Drivers training programs around the United States require young people to learn and understand the rules in the road so they can be safe when operating motor vehicles. Driver education first requires online or classroom work to understand the basic rules and expectations when it comes to driving. Driving time with the instructor is a later requirement that offers structured time to train with a driving professional in order to further practice driving skills. Once the program is complete, young drivers can take a driving test to obtain their license. Programs like Drivers training prepare the next generation of drivers to be comfortable on the road and responsible drivers so that accidents are fewer and deaths are avoided. 

Simple steps can be taken to prevent deaths on the road. Understanding your vehicle and being comfortable is a proactive solution for death prevention. Easy ways to be comfortable in your vehicle include adjusting the seat and seat belt so you are relaxed and safe while driving. Adjusting side and overhead mirrors is also a simple solution so drivers can understand their surroundings and have proper situational awareness while driving. It is important to be well rested and focused while driving. Making sure you are awake and aware is vital to keep yourself and others safe while driving. If needed, stopping and resting or opening a window are good options to help drivers stay awake and stay alert. Avoiding preventable distractions is another simple fix that can go a long way. Silencing a phone can help limit distracted driving which would prevent deaths. Texting and driving is a major factor in driving deaths. Limiting distractions is a necessary step to be safer on the road. Keeping your music at the proper volume so you are aware or driving with responsible passengers are good preventative measures to keep yourself and others safe from a driving death. 

I have never personally been in a car accident, but I have had family members who have been affected by this traumatic experience. They stress the importance of driving with a clear mind that is not influenced by outside factors such as alcohol and drugs. Alcohol and drugs are preventable distractions that have no place in a vehicle. My family reminds me that it is never worth it to endanger myself or others by driving distracted or under the influence of something. 

Steps I take to be safer on the road are not rushing to my destinations. I leave early so I can drive at a safe speed that is in line with the speed limit. I know not to rush even if I have the chance to be late because I know that it is not worth it to endanger other drivers. I can understand the rules of the road whenever there are unique conditions while driving such as a traffic light out or a slow moving Amish buggy on the road. I can be aware of the intricacies of safe driving and can encourage others to take the necessary steps in order to be safe while driving as well.