Preventing Crashes into Pedestrians

Many road fatalities are caused by accidents wherein pedestrians are involved. Many of these fatalities may be prevented through the application of some basic principles. The following safety hints should be applied:

Be aware that many informal settlements are situated alongside main roads and that there are no formal points of crossing or pedestrian bridges.
Do not speed near these settlements but be prepared to slow down.
Do not assume that you have been seen.
Be on the lookout for small children
Avoid passing vehicles in the vicinity of these settlements and especially in hazardous driving conditions such as heavy rain or night driving.
If visibility is bad, slow down – avoid driving when your vision is impaired either by heavy rain or the blinding headlights of approaching vehicles.
Be on the lookout for pedestrians walking at the side of the road with their backs towards you.
Be aware of intoxicated pedestrians – especially over weekends and near informal…