Transport for NSW Chief of the Centre for Road Safety, Bernard Carlon has reminded road users on the Central Coast and throughout the state to refresh their knowledge of the rules during Road Rules Awareness Week.
“Road Rules Awareness Week runs from August 21-27,” he said.
“We all have a shared responsibility to make our roads safer – understanding and following the road rules is a part of it.
“It can help save lives and prevent serious injuries.
“There are around 350 road rules in NSW, so this week is a great time for road users to refresh their knowledge of the rules.
“The roads are used for different purposes and in different ways by different road users, so whether you’re a driver, a cyclist or even a pedestrian – it’s a great time to make sure you understand how the road rules apply to you.”
In 2022, many people returned to the roads following two years of COVID restrictions.
This contributed to an increase in the road toll to 288 from the historic low of 275 recorded in 2021.
“Not following the road rules correctly, or disregarding them, can result in serious injury or sadly death,” Carlon said.
“One life lost is one life too many.”
The Centre for Road Safety has developed easy to understand resources to help motorists with some of the most misunderstood road rules including: giving way to pedestrians when turning; keeping left; mobile phone rules; U-turns; giving way at roundabouts; and safe following distances.
For more information on Road Rules Awareness Week visit: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/topics-tips/roadrules
Source:
NSW Government