OPENING SPILL

SLIDE 1: Face of the presentator, Name & Barangay

SLIDE 2: 9 Centerpieces of Youth Participation
show diagram for the following: Health, Education, Economic Empowerment, Social
Inclusion and Equity, Peace-building and Security, Active Citizenship, Governance,
Environment, and Global Mobility
*akoang focus out of 9 is ang Peace building and Security, ikaw lang bahala sa effects
or transition that would lead the presentation sa kanang akong focus*
SLIDE 3: HOW SAFETY AND SECURITY AFFECTS THE CITY? (show diagram)

*ikaw lang bahala buhat ing ani madam ha kay gi-screenshot ra baya ni nako then
gicrop kay naguba gud ako laptop*
SLIDE 4: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS Target 3.6 | Road traffic injuries
By 2030, halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic
accidents. (Source: World Health Statistics)

Script: Road traffic crashes are a leading cause of death cause of fatalities and
serious injuries in the communities. In line with the SDG 3.6, the objective is to
reduce the number of road crashes by 50 percent by 2030 ROAD SAFETY.
SLIDE 5: PHILIPPINES SETTING (attached studies to support)
In the Philippines itself, about eighty thousand people are killed in road crashes
every year which is thirteen percent of the total fatality all over the world.
Spill: In today's world, road and transport has become an integral part of every
human being. Every body is a road user in one shape or the other. The present
transport system has minimized the distances but it has on the other hand
increased the life risk. Every year, road crashes result in loss of lives and serious
injuries to people. The main objective of the KSKS Class 2022 is to be able to
help the current blood scarcity problem of Cebu City. During the blood donation
training, I found out that one of the top cases needing immediate action and
emergency blood are the road crashes. (share personal observation that triggers
you)
SLIDE 6: PROBLEM
5 common causes of road accidents in the Philippines
1. Over Speeding

Script: Exceeding the speed limit is also one of the common causes of road-related
deaths and injuries in the Philippines. Not only is it because there are no designated
officers to catch over-speeders, but also because some drivers are not really aware of
the standard Speed Limit Law Philippines. (For open country roads, RA 4136 caps
speed limits at 80 and 50 kph, depending on the type of vehicle. The speed limit for
city and municipal roads is capped at 30 kph for all types of vehicles, while it is set at
a very slow 20 kph for roads that see heavy foot traffic or have intersections.)

Some drivers might also over speed because of the traffic issues in the Philippines.
With the heavy traffic and long hours in the road, drivers become impatient and once
they have the opportunity to drive faster to reach their destination on time, they do
so.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol

Drinking alcohol with friends, relatives, and co-workers is among the most common
pastime and bonding moments of Filipinos; that maybe the reason it is one of the top
causes of road-related accidents in the country.

Alcoholic beverages are the so-called “downers”, which means you will have a lower
level of alertness and focus.

Thus, if you plan on drinking, it is better to have someone to drive for you, commute,
or at least limit your alcohol intake and take some time to drink water or coffee
before you start driving. But of course, it is always best not to drink and then drive.

Republic act 10586: Anti drunk driving law overview

The RA No. 10586 was signed by the former President Benigno Aquino III on 27th of
May, in 2013. The law is also known as an Act Penalizing Persons Driving Under the
Influence of Alcohol, Dangerous Drugs, and Other Similar Substances.

It is a law that condemns drunk drivers and gives the law enforcers the power to fine
and imprison drugged and/or drunk drivers.

Car Accidents in The Philippines: Causes, Facts & Latest Statistics

Learning about the leading causes of car accidents in the Philippines as well as the
latest statistic is valuable for all citizens.

Accidents happen anytime and anywhere but the road is among the most common
places where they happen. Among the highest contributor to the rising number of
accidents are developing countries. With that being said, let us take a closer look
at car accidents in the Philippines. How common is it in the country?

Accidents happen not only because there is a high number of different vehicles
running, but also because there are people and/or animals crossing, buildings around,
infrastructures within the road and on the sidewalk, and more.

What are the common causes of road accidents?  By knowing all of those in our
following articles from Philkotse.com, we can become responsible drivers, crossers,
and by-standers, or a better citizen in general. Let's get started!

1. Car accident in the Philippines: Overview

The Department of Health tags road accidents as one of the leading causes of death
among children, overpowering other deadly diseases, including dengue. In fact, in
Metro Manila alone, about two children die daily due to road accidents.

In relation to that, according to the car accidents Philippines report from the Metro

Manila Accident Reporting and Analysis System, there are 394 fatalities (both adults
and children) due to road-related accidents in the Metro.

This is somewhat lower than the 2017 data, which is a good thing. In totality, there
are 14,553 road accident deaths and injuries involving passengers, drivers, and
pedestrians. This gives us an average of 40 individuals per day.

Road safety Philippines is in an alarming situation

>>> Also check out: Be Well-Informed: Facts About Road Accidents in the
Philippines

2. Road accident Philippines: Statistics 2019

In fact, according to data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), there are
1.35M lives taken due to road accidents in 2018. And statistics in the Philippines is
recorded that 12,000 Filipinos die on the road every year.

More concerning is the figures for Metro Manila...The number of car accidents has
been on a rising trend, doubled from 63,072 incidents in 2007 to 116,906 in 2018.

With the high number of road accidents not just in the Philippines but around the
world, concerned government and non-government institutions in the country are
committed to finding ways to lower, if not zero out, the cases.

Some examples are the passing of the Child Safety in Motor Vehicles Act and Anti-
Distracted Driving Act, as well as the strict implementation of wearing helmets,
jaywalking, and other traffic rules.

Another is the celebration of the National Kids Safety Week and Road Safety Month
which both promotes driver's awareness of the road safety Philippines.

The Seat Belt Law is one of the Ways of Preventing Road Accident Deaths

Unfortunately, with the efforts exerted, it is still expected that the number of road
accident in the Philippines might be higher in 2019 as compared to the number of
road accidents in the Philippines in 2018. That is because according to MMDA, in EDSA
alone, there are about 30 to 40 reported crashes daily last January.

With such a situation, though, the MMDA is planning to lower speed limits and improve
the roadworthiness of vehicles. In other cities, they have started towing illegally
parked cars to ensure that the road has the right width to accommodate motor
vehicles.
>>> For further reference: Republic act 8750 on seat belt law in the Philippines:
Know it, Follow it

3. 5 common causes of road accidents in the Philippines

There are many factors related to road accidents such as the weather and road
problems in the Philippines as well as the foot and vehicle traffic. With that in mind,
here are the five most common causes of road accidents in the country.

Bad road conditions can also cause car accidents

Over Speeding

Exceeding the speed limit is also one of the common causes of road-related deaths
and injuries in the Philippines. Not only is it because there are no designated officers
to catch over-speeders, but also because some drivers are not really aware of the
standard Speed Limit Law Philippines.

Some drivers might also over speed because of the traffic issues in the Philippines.
With the heavy traffic and long hours in the road, drivers become impatient and once
they have the opportunity to drive faster to reach their destination on time, they do
so.

2. Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol

Drinking alcohol with friends, relatives, and co-workers is among the most common
pastime and bonding moments of Filipinos; that maybe the reason it is one of the top
causes of road-related accidents in the country.
Alcoholic beverages are the so-called “downers”, which means you will have a lower
level of alertness and focus.

Thus, if you plan on drinking, it is better to have someone to drive for you, commute,
or at least limit your alcohol intake and take some time to drink water or coffee
before you start driving. But of course, it is always best not to drink and then drive.

Republic Act 10586 on Anti drunk driving Philippines: All you need to know

3. Bad Overtaking

If you’ve been driving for years and long-distance, you might have come to a point
where you’ve seen road accidents due to bad overtaking or near-death situations
because the driver overtaking almost collided with a bus or another car.

This is a common scenario in the country because of failure to estimate the distance
and time when overtaking. Again, some fail to give the right signal to the driver in
front of them, as well as those at their back.
 4. Improper Turning

Let’s admit it: most drivers in the Philippines are not so fond of using the turn signal
light, or we use it but it is already too late. We might all, at some point in our lives,
be guilty of this.

The recommendation is to switch the turn signal light on at least 30 yards before the
turning point. This way, you will give the car at your back a chance to slow down at a
proper distance. Failing to do so will cause collision; worst: the collision of multiple
cars!
 5. Jaywalking

Of course, road accidents happen not just because of motorists but also because of
individuals on foot. Jaywalking is the number one reason people are hit with cars.
Instead of using the overpass and proceeding to designated pedestrians, people just
choose to cross anywhere.

SLIDE 7: ROAD SAFETY EDUCATION (definition by UN)

In September 2020, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution

A/RES/74/299 "Improving global road safety", proclaiming the Decade of Action for
Road Safety 2021-2030, with the ambitious target of preventing at least 50% of road
traffic deaths and injuries by 2030. WHO and the UN regional commissions, in
cooperation with other partners in the UN Road Safety Collaboration, have developed
a Global Plan for the Decade of Action, which was released in October 2021.   

The Global Plan aligns with the Stockholm Declaration, by emphasizing the

importance of a holistic approach to road safety, and calling on
continued improvements in the design of roads and vehicles; enhancement of laws
and law enforcement; and provision of timely, life-saving emergency care for the
injured. The Global Plan also reflects the Stockholm Declaration’s promotion of
policies to promote walking, cycling and using public transport as inherently healthy
and environmentally sound modes of transport.

Progress made during the previous Decade of Action for Road Safety 2011-2020
has laid the foundation for accelerated action in the years ahead. Among
achievements are inclusion of road safety on the global health and development
agenda, broad dissemination of scientific guidance on what works, strengthening of
partnerships and networks, and mobilization of resources. This new Decade of Action
provides an opportunity for harnessing the successes and lessons of previous years and
building upon them to save more lives.

SLIDE 8: OBJECTIVE of the Advocacy

Our aim is to provide road safety information for road users to encourage safer road
user behaviour among current and prospective road users and reduce the number of
people killed and injured on our roads every year.
FACTS:
Data from the following:
(REPORTED)
• ask for the average or number of road accidents in Vicente Sotto needing blood.
• road accidents percentage (in the Philippines)
In 2021, road accidents involving cars in Metro Manila in the Philippines accounted for
48 percent of the total road accidents involving vehicles
• DOH average road accidents (Cebu City)
• police stations in Cebu City
REALITY IN MOUNTAIN AREAS (UNREPORTED)
• TCH accidents (Station 4, Mabolo)
• arrested due to no driver's license percentage in Cebu City
• using the phone while walking on the roads
• everyday scenario of the students driving to school - overloading, not registered, no
license (attached photo doc)
ACTION PLAN
• Became a volunteer at the PROJECT C.A.R.E.S
• Coordinated with the Peace and Order Program department in Cebu City
Government under the office of the Mayor to build and strong connection and
camaraderie with the 13 police stations together with the barangay captains,
Barangay councilors (Committee on Peace and Order Program),Barangay Peacekeeping
Action Team, and Chief Tanod of per Barangay Police Safety Officers (BPSO/s).
Following agenda: - active communication of the barangay and police stations
✓ school visiting (orient the students as early as their age how risky being on the
road) - Sir Alcover doing seminar
✓ to implement programs that will focus on road safety (elementary students will be
assisted by the BPAT in crossing the streets on going to school)
✓ attended the barangay General Assembly discussing how important it is to be aware
of road safety.
✓ Implemented seminars for Habal-habal drivers in Cebu City (photos taken when at
CREMDEC)
* orient the parents (during Parents and Teacher's Association meeting)
* proposed road symbols in the school playground (rules)
* invite driving school, lto, ltfrb, and dotransportation as main speakers
EVALUATION AND ITS EFFECTIVITY
- There will be a monthly monitoring percentage of road crashes in police stations and
barangay blotters (for mountain barangays)
- Check the number of arrested unregistered vehicles and no driver's license in Land
Transportation Office - Evaluate the students with no license while still driving off to
school.
CONCLUSION
In most of the cases crashes occur either due to carelessness or due to lack of road
safety awareness of the road user. Hence, road safety education is as essential as any
other basic skills of survival.