Identification of Grey Spot for Accident Prevention through Road Safety Audit

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Magreth Christopher Saul, Prapti Lalpuriya

Abstract

 Road safety continues to be a major global concern, with traffic accidents posing significant risks to public health and safety. Traditional methods of managing road safety have mainly concentrated on identifying black spots, which are areas with a high frequency of accidents. However, this reactive approach often fails to address potential risks in areas that have not yet experienced significant incidents. This study introduces the concept of grey spots, which are road sections that show potential safety risks but have not yet become black spots.


The research aims to identify grey spots along an 11.7-kilometer road with two lanes in both directions, which is an important route due to its proximity to primary schools, a college, and a hospital. The road experiences heavy traffic, especially during peak hours, as it is used by students, parents, and healthcare users. This study will use a mixed-methods approach, including environmental observation and a questionnaire survey targeting road users, to conduct a comprehensive road safety audit.


The environmental observations will focus on identifying existing road hazards, such as inadequate signage, potholes, and pedestrian infrastructure issues. Concurrently, the questionnaire will gather data on users' experiences and perceptions of safety along the road. The findings will help identify grey spots and form the basis for recommending targeted safety interventions.


By shifting the focus from reactive accident management to proactive risk identification, this study contributes to understanding road safety dynamics and emphasizes the importance of addressing grey spots. The results are expected to provide valuable insights for policymakers and road safety authorities, ultimately improving safety for all road users and reducing the incidence of accidents.               

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