Urban Mobility The Road Safety Challenges IRF New Delhi October 3, 2008 Patrick Lepercq GRSP, Chairman Michelin, Corporate VP Public Affairs
FACTS!! 1.2 M deaths 20-50 M injuries 85% in LMICs Most are VRU
Pedestrian not using bridges
Mixed Traffic Lead to Conflicts
Vulnerable Road Users 45% 40% % deaths bicyclists 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% USA Germany China Dehli, India 45% 40% % deaths motor bikers 45% 40% % death pedestrians 35% 35% 30% 30% 25% 25% 20% 20% 15% 15% 10% 5% 10% 5% 0% USA Germany China Dehli, India Source: Challenge Bibendum Shanghai 2007, Round Table 9 0% USA Germany China Dehli, India
The Road Safety Challenge 1) Rapid urbanization usually implies large inward migration of people from rural areas. Infrastructure rarely expands in line with population growth. => The result is a massive demand for inadequate transport systems - leading to congestion, pollution and low level of road safety. 2) There is great competition for space on the roads, on the formal carriageway with many kinds of vehicles, but also on footways (if they exist). 3) There is often a wide mix of vehicles, moving at a wide range of speeds, which are difficult to manage safely.
The Road Safety Challenge 4) In this scenario, the Vulnerable Road Users are especially at risk (pedestrians, cyclists, users of small motorcycles). 5) The investment that is taking place on roads is directed mainly at facilities for motorized vehicles - the VRU (usually the poorest people) get a raw deal. 6) Political will to change this balance of investment is often difficult to reach. 7) Managing this complex situation demands professional resources, often not available.
Some thoughts on solutions 1) Road design standards must allocate more space to Vulnerable Road Users Separate cycle and m/cycle lanes. Footpath are needed and must remain accessible to pedestrians. 2) The system must be managed as a whole, so that the relevant agencies work together to provide a 'safe system' 3) There is a need for building professional capacity, as well as funding. Why not 'professional twinning' between cities? Use of global good practice to align efforts worldwide seat belts, helmets, drink drive, speed, children
Some thoughts on solutions 4) Mass transport systems are essential >> balance in investment. Use of global good practice to align effort worldwide 5) Focus short term activities on the key risk factors VRUs; vehicle speeds; helmets on heads; drinking and driving. 6) Private sector companies have a role to play
A systematic approach A systems approach to address road safety as a public health issue Target setting promotes accountability, monitoring, as well as course-changes, and tends to boost outcomes Vehicle Technology Active safety Safety standards Sample Schema for Target Setting Domains Passive safety Traffic management Laws & regulations Lighting Target Enforcement Surface texture Public education Driver training Road design Human Behavior Infrastructure & Management Source: Challenge Bibendum Shanghai 2007, Round Table 9
Some thoughts on solutions Working in tri-sector partnership to improve the well being of community by improving road safety: >> Public Authorities >> Private sector >> Professional organizations
Global Road Safety Partnership The Power of Partnership Business Government GRSP Improved Global Road Safety Civil Society
GRSP Contributing to a global coalition Road Safety Action Plan Global Good Practice UNRSC Political Mandate Many contributors WHO, WB, FIA-F GRSP, UN regions etc. Govt Civil Societies Partnership Advocacy WHO People Business Road Safety Action Plan Govt Civil Societies Business Partnership 2 Seat Belts Data Road Safety Mgt Fleet Safety Fatigue Systems Driver Preparation Infrastructure Good Practice Development & Implementation Knowledge & Monitoring Funding WB 1999 UN Other
Examples Benchmarks Projects Bangalore: Drinking and driving Beijing: Junctions ASEAN: Helmets Sakhalin: Safe routes to school Brazil: Integrated City Road Safety
Safe Routes to School SAKHALIN GIBDD saw upward trend in child injuries in 2005 Sakhalin Road Safety Partnership held Good Practice workshop with international expertise Several partners joined project (Education, GIBDD, Businesses, Parents, Teachers) 2 pilot schools selected Materials produced (maps, posters, videos, school curriculum material) Low cost infrastructure improvements made around the schools with support from international expertise, city council and businesses. Evaluation of project ongoing very well received by parents and community Expansion of project under way
Building 10km of cycle track.. May 06 Sept 06
Global Road Safety Initiative China, ASEAN, Brazil 5 years commitment 10 M USD
Urban Mobility The Road Safety Challenges IRF New Delhi October 3, 2008 Thank you