Impaided driving a major problem on Bermuda’s roads say BPS

By design, it was hoped that increased traffic enforcement through Operation Vega, would have had an impact on road traffic collisions (RTCs) and reduced the number of traffic offences.

However, this has not proven to be the case, with between 4 and 6 RTCs being reported daily and reported traffic offences increasing.

The majority of RTCs are single vehicle, followed by RTCs involving two or more vehicles. The causes of collisions are often avoidable. Unfortunately, most vehicle collisions are due to unsafe driving and riding habits like inattention, speeding and driving without due care and attention. Lower speeds mean fewer collisions while reaction times are increased, if traveling at a lower speed.

Impaired driving is also a significant cause of collisions. Impaired driving numbers continue at a high rate. Individuals who engage in this practice risk not only their own lives, but the lives of every other road user as well. The culture of impaired driving in Bermuda is an unfortunate situation that policing alone will not get rid of. If you have been drinking, do not drive or ride. Road safety must be taken seriously and all road users must take responsibility for their driving behaviour.

Cellular phone use while driving remains a common offence. Using a cellular phone while operating a vehicle is a distraction and the signs are clear when a person does this. These include suddenly swerving, travelling at a very low rate of speed and disobeying traffic signs and signals. If you are driving, put the phone down. This is a simple undertaking. If your phone rings and you must answer the call, pull over to the side of the road in a safe place to take the call.

The Bermuda Police Service remains steadfast in its mission to make Bermuda safer. This includes on the roads.  To prevent a collision slow down, always drive sober, do not drive when stressed or tired, put your phone down and please wear your seatbelt and fasten your helmet.

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