Q&A

Check frequently asked questions and answers
(Q&A) for traffic safety management along school routes.

Q
Are there any traffic safety measures initiated by schools?
A

Yes. In November 2018, for example, a crime prevention group consisting of students in the 4th, 5th, and 6th grades at Okayama City Ishii Elementary School volunteered to check dangerous areas along the school routes, considered traffic safety measures, and made proposals to the Mayor of Okayama City.

 

[Reference: URL (external link)]
Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
http://www.cgr.mlit.go.jp/okakoku/
media/pdf/save/news/
889d5d793d340f43354f2f9adcc2b8f0.pdf

Q
I think it is necessary to have traffic safety measures for school routes for children. How should I start?
A

Issues and appropriate measures for school routes differ by region. First, consult with school staff. Following this, it is important to have everyone concerned ascertain the current state of the relevant school routes before discussing necessary measures. Please check the official website of the International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences (IATSS) for specific steps.

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Are there any reference materials containing specific information on traffic safety measures and implementation methods?
A

“Traffic Safety Management Guidelines for School Routes,” and the “Manual for Community Road Zone Control” are available.

You can download “Traffic Safety Management Guidelines for School Routes,” from the official IATSS website.

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I would like to find information on specific methods for traffic safety control, including how to organize and manage workshops.
A

The Workshop Operation Manual posted on the official IATSS website includes specific examples of and procedures for workshops.

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Can I access detailed data regarding accidents that occurred along school routes?
A

The Institute for Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis (ITARDA) posts statistics and analyses of traffic accidents on school routes based on the information provided by the National Police Agency prefectural police department. Visit the official ITARDA website for more information.

 

[Reference: URL (external link)]
Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis
http://www.itarda.or.jp

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