Investigations into collisions reveal that many road deaths are preventable. Five main factors contribute to serious road traffic collisions. These are known as the 'Fatal Five'.
The Fatal Five are:
- Careless driving - A factor in over half of all fatal and serious injuries on the roads in West Yorkshire.
- Drink and drug driving - Even a small amount can affect you. If you’re driving, best to have none for the road.
- Not wearing a seatbelt - Whether a driver or a passenger, you are twice as likely to survive a crash if you’re wearing your seatbelt.
- Using a mobile phone - Drivers distracted by mobile devices are four times more likely to crash.
- Speeding - Kills or injuries 137 young people every week in Britain.
Road users who commit any of the Fatal Five offences are much more likely to be involved in a fatal collision.
We can all improve road safety. Always drive carefully and at safe speeds. Never drive after drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Always wear a seatbelt and keep your hands off your phone.
