Commercial motorcyclists and road safety measures compliance. A case study of Dodoma city, central Tanzania

Nzuchi, Jackson Silvano; Ngoma, Selestin Joseph; Meshi, Eugene Benjamin

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10297

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“…Similarly, another study on alcohol use and compliance with road safety rules found a maximum score of 77.3% and a minimum score of 31.6% compliance rates when each of the variables used to define compliance was scored individually (Awosusi et al, 2021). In addition to that, a study done in Tanzania found 39.7% of a good level of compliance among commercial motorcyclists (Nzuchi et al, 2022). A study of crash helmet usage in Ghana reported a compliance rate of 47% (Nimako et al, 2018).…”

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“…Another study found that being married were associated with a good level of compliance among motorcyclist (Nzuchi et al, 2022). Arosanyin found in his study of safety issues among commercial motorcyclists in Nigeria that the odds of crash involvement decreased with highway code awareness, earnings, and mode of operation (Arosanyin et al, 2013).…”

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Road Safety Regulations: How Compliant are Commercial Motorcyclists in Semi-Urban Towns in Western Nigeria?

Olasinde¹,

Oluwadiya

Sikakulya³

et al. 2022

East Afr. j. health sci.

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The aim of the study was to determine compliance with road safety laws and factors that influence it among commercial motorcyclists in semi-urban towns in Western Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional study was done using a multi-stage sampling technique of 502 commercial motorcyclists. Data was collected using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. Analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics with statistical significance determined at a 95% confidence interval and p-value of 0.05. The median age of respondents was 30 years; most were in the second and third phases of life. Compliance with road safety regulations was good in only 26% of respondents; mobile phone usage and alcohol drink riding was found in 31.9% and 28.1%, respectively. Approximately 96.4% indulged in carrying more than one pillion rider, 48% admitted to riding against traffic, and 83.3% wore reflective jackets at night. Use of stimulants was reported among 39.4% of respondents, while only 13.7% smoke cigarettes. The reported crash was found in 56.8% of respondents. Those with previous traffic violations and those that admitted fault for the crash were 2.75 times and 2.51 times more likely to comply with road safety regulations [AOR:2.748, 95%CI: 1.784- 4.332 and AOR: 2.512, 95% CI: 1.195-5-5.278] respectively. Compliance with road safety regulations was poor among commercial motorcyclists in the study population. Measures gingered towards increasing observance of road safety regulations such as increased safety education, effective policing to enforce compliance and punishment of erring riders, should be instituted. This will eventually translate to increased awareness and enhance road safety

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Road Safety Regulations: How Compliant are Commercial Motorcyclists in Semi-Urban Towns in Western Nigeria?

Olasinde¹,

Oluwadiya

Sikakulya³

et al. 2022

East Afr. j. health sci.

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“…Among the above three factors, about 90% of accidents are caused by human negligence factors [ [5] , [6] , [7] , [8] , [9] , [10] ]. Al-Mekhlafi et al [ 11 ] also argued that driver performance is critical in avoiding road crashes.…”

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Prediction of drowsiness using EEG signals in young Indonesian drivers

Puspasari,

Syaifullah,

Iqbal

et al. 2023

Heliyon

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Awareness and practices of commercial motorcyclists regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures in Mbeya, Tanzania

Sohal,

Reuben,

Agbor

2024

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An increase in number of motorcycles in Tanzania has resulted in higher rates of motorcycle crashes. The factors associated with the risk of motorcycle crashes include rider characteristics, riding behavior, and riding experience. This study aimed to determine the awareness and practices of commercial motorcyclists regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures in Mbeya, Tanzania. This cross-sectional study targeted 404 commercial motorcyclists in Mbeya, Tanzania. Data were collected using a questionnaire composed of questions on sociodemographic characteristics, and the awareness and practices of motorcyclists regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures. The SPSS computer software version 27 was used for data analysis. For descriptive analysis means, and proportion were used. The outcome variables were level of awareness and degree of practice. Multivariate regression analysis was utilized to analyze how participants’ sociodemographic characteristics influenced their level of awareness and degree of practice. A p-value of less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Overall, most (63.4%) participants had a high level of awareness regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures. Whereas, slightly more than half (52.2%) of participants had poor practice. Working experience of < 2 years as a commercial motorcyclist, training in driving teaching institutes, and a history of being involved in motorcycle crashes increased the odds of a high level of awareness by 2-fold. A higher level of education and higher levels of awareness increased the likelihood of good practice by 157% and 184% respectively. Though most commercial motorcyclists have a good level of awareness regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures their practices were not satisfactory. The authorities should consider integrating road safety measures in school programs, use mass media to educate society on road safety, and introduce incentives such as free training for commercial motorcyclists.

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Commercial motorcyclists and road safety measures compliance. A case study of Dodoma city, central Tanzania

Cited by 3 publications

References 21 publications

Road Safety Regulations: How Compliant are Commercial Motorcyclists in Semi-Urban Towns in Western Nigeria?

Road Safety Regulations: How Compliant are Commercial Motorcyclists in Semi-Urban Towns in Western Nigeria?

Prediction of drowsiness using EEG signals in young Indonesian drivers

Awareness and practices of commercial motorcyclists regarding motorcycle crash-related risk factors and protective measures in Mbeya, Tanzania

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