Siyazifukula Learner Transport Association (SLTA) wants to urge pedestrians and motorists to obey the rules of the road, especially when it comes to pedestrian crossings.
In a meeting that was held on Thursday, 7 February, SLTA communicated the importance of drivers stopping when a pedestrian is crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing. As much as drivers should stop for the pedestrians, it is also important for pedestrians to cross directly on the blocks; not before the blocks and not after.
“As a Learner Transport Association, we view this problem in a serious light and we are concerned about the well-being and safety of the community,” said the Chairman, Bheki Ziqubu.
The most common unsafe behaviours found at pedestrian crossings are:
• Motorists speeding over the pedestrian crossing and ignoring the scholar patrollers.
• Failure to adhere to the law, and no regard for road traffic regulations.
“Too many lives have been lost as a result of people taking unnecessary risks, so we wish to encourage all motorists to abide by the rules of the road. Slow down at pedestrian crossings, and stop when a scholar patrol stops you,” Bheki said.
SLTA is a transport association based in the West Rand that deals with transporting learners to and from school. For more information, contact their office on 011 766 2918.
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