In a Media Release on Sunday (1st May 2022), Minister of Works and Transport, Rohan Sinanan, said he has noted “with great concern, the increase in vehicular collisions at the intersection of the Priority Bus Route (PBR) and Macoya Road.”
The Minister said while there are differing explanations for the seemingly growing trend of vehicular conflicts at this particular intersection, the World Health Organization (WHO) along with other leading global authorities on road safety, “postulate that most road traffic accidents are avoidable.” There is no ‘blight’ or other superstitious force controlling the outcomes at Macoya Road and the PBR Intersection, according to the Minister. “As it relates to this vicinity, it appears that human error is the prevailing cause of these unfortunate incidents. Speeding, a lack of full attention while driving, disregard for traffic signals and signs, and neglect for the well-being of other vulnerable road users are all common culprits in the narrative of road traffic accidents,” he noted.
In seeking to enhance safety measures at the site, the Ministry will move to place additional traffic control devices including informative and regulatory signage along with rumble strips, a feature that alerts drivers by sending a tactile vibration and rumbling sound through the vehicle.
Minister Sinanan said over the past five (5) years, the Ministry has spearheaded several new elements to the system of traffic management and road safety. “By streamlining our legislative reform strategy, the Ministry amended road traffic laws to introduce a Demerit Points System to monitor and rehabilitate errant drivers and a New Traffic Ticketing System,” he added. Additionally, the Ministry recently reconstituted the Trinidad and Tobago National Road Safety Council, a body that will now guide a multi-sectoral approach to improving road safety in Trinidad and Tobago. Its major responsibilities will include, among others, setting quantitative road safety targets for the country and finalizing the National Road Safety Plan 2020 - 2030. The Minister said, “On the occasion of this sacred Eid-ul-Fitr weekend, I would like to take this opportunity to remind drivers of the tremendous responsibility that comes with driving at all times. The role of personal responsibility cannot be overstated. It is my hope that citizens would care enough about this issue to enact the change that is necessary. We must be willing to abide by the laws and care enough to do the right thing, as serious road traffic accidents take a tremendous toll on individuals, families and their communities. I ask that as a society we remember and reflect on the sons, daughters, mothers and fathers we have lost to tragic road accidents and the impact on generations to come.” The Media Release concluded by saying, “As the lead authority on matters pertaining to road safety in Trinidad and Tobago, the Ministry of Works and Transport will continue to implement other extensive changes and upgrades to the traffic management system, but the largest and most influential stakeholder will always be drivers. As such, I once more remind all drivers to exercise due diligence, caution and employ personal responsibility as they traverse the Nation's roads.” We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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