Useful information: Suggestions for motorcyclists

District Emergency Officer says traffic police should take strict action against the violation of one-way traffic

RAHIM YAR KHAN: District Emergency Officer Dr Abdul Sattar has some recommendations to minimise motorcycle-related road accidents:

•  Traffic police should take strict action against the violation of one-way traffic.

•  Black spotted roads/chowks should have signboards for awareness.

•  Speed-breakers should be built at link roads before entry to main road. The height of cat eyes installed in the mid of roads must be reduced.

•  Motorcyclists should be educated regarding the use of helmet and indicators through campaigns.

•  Damaged bikes should be displayed at prominent spots as a warning to people.

•  Display of safety instructions for motorcycle riders in different areas of the city.

•  Strict action should be taken against those violating traffic rules.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 13^th, 2017.