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Young driver deaths: Even if road safety is not your area of interest - even though it should be if you use Britain’s roads or pick up the pieces after a crash in the #NHS - you will have noticed a batch of tragic deaths of young people on our roads recently. For those grappling with how to achieve policy change to support young deivers, this is really worth reading. Reece Hinchcliff & colleagues, as well as heavily cited on my own thesis, sets out the experience in Australia of developing policy to support young deivers #GDL https://lnkd.in/gYseES2G

The Be Helpful guide - RNIB's top tips on helping those with sight loss 👏🏼 This amazing guide covers how to recognise that someone with sight loss might want or need assistance, how to ask that person if they would like assistance and if so, what kind, the correct ways to guide someone with sight loss, and the main things you need to watch out for when guiding someone. If you want to be helpful for blind and partially sighted people, the guide also includes lots of things you could do to make our streets more inclusive. Interested? Read the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/eYhvUiXW #SightLossSupport #InclusiveGuidance #AssistiveTechTips #RNIBGuide

This 1News article is very timely, given the Government's current consultation on its approach to setting speed limits, and the renewed emphasis on cost/benefit analysis. The article provides a link to Flow's report in 2022 on the costs and benefits of options for speed management for Auckland - indicating the real potential for positive benefit/cost ratios. The soundbites: 1. We shouldn't be afraid of the concept of speed management being subject to proper cost/benefit analysis. 2. The article highlights the benefits of doing speed management properly, (as opposed to half heartedly, before and after school hours).

Every moment is precious when you’re responsible for the safety of others. And when the people in your care are elderly residents, those moments are all the more urgent. See how LSS Life Safety Services® helped a long-term care facility prioritize safety: https://hubs.la/Q02wf22M0

Our reaction to the proposed changes to roll back the 20mph limit in built-up areas in Wales. "Lower speeds save lives, and 20mph is a reasonable expectation where people live, work and play, not just outside schools and hospitals. "The Welsh Government did the right thing, rather than the easy thing, in introducing the 20mph default, and we’re urging Ministers to hold their nerve for the good of Welsh communities." Read our full statement here: https://ow.ly/RMti50RiUx3

Did You Know?   Road traffic crashes are the leading cause of death globally for individuals aged 5-19, with over 90 percent of these tragedies striking the most vulnerable in low- and middle-income countries, as per World Health Organization findings.   A study by the UP-National Center for Transportation Studies (tag official page) recommends expanding road safety assessment programs to encompass local roads, particularly those in the vicinity of schools, or ideally, entire school journey routes. This would create a more comprehensive understanding of potential safety hazards.   Read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/gBRpM-BD

For CPS, accessible long-term care is the next step https://lnkd.in/gaTyBYJs

Did You Know? Every year, around 1.19 million lives are lost due to road traffic crashes, as reported by the World Health Organization. Shockingly, children and young adults aged 5–29 are most affected, facing the highest risk of death from these incidents. A UP-National Center for Transportation study sheds light on child road safety. Data collected pinpoint critical areas near schools and the commuting habits of students. This insight is crucial for implementing effective measures to protect our children on the roads. Read their full study here: https://lnkd.in/g8BVuKRV

🌍 Today the DailyMail.com raises their own campaign to rid #asbestos from our schools and public buildings, including hospitals. The Mail’s Asbestos: Britain’s Hidden Killer campaign is also calling for a national online database of every non-domestic building that contains asbestos. 🌍 Good to see the issue of asbestos in our public buildings being spoken about again in the media. EMS can assist in all aspects of asbestos management including asbestos removal. 🌍 It is estimated that around 75% of our school buildings in the UK, contain asbestos. https://lnkd.in/e-ZCyj73 #asbestos #asbestossurvey #asbestosremoval #asbestosuk #publicbuildings #schools #hospitals #ukschools #britainshhiddenkiller #dailymail #mailonline

SAFETY FOR EVERY CHILD 🚸 The #WHO and #UN reported that over 1.8 million children die annually due to road traffic crashes, and 95% of these crashes occur in low and middle-income countries!! #ClaimingOurSpace safety of children on the world’s roads is an urgent issue that demands immediate attention. Children are among the most vulnerable road users, and every year, thousands of children lose their lives or suffer serious injuries due to road accidents. As we all know, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that road traffic injuries remain the leading cause of death among children aged 5-14 years. This alarming statistic underscores the need for more effective measures to protect children and ensure their safe passage in everyday environments, especially near schools and residential areas. #RethinkMobility One of the key issues affecting child safety on the roads is the lack of adequate infrastructure and education. Many roads, especially in low- and middle-income countries, are not designed with children's safety in mind. Poorly constructed roads, the absence of pedestrian crossings, and a lack of speed limits in school zones all contribute to the high rates of accidents involving children. In these areas, drivers often neglect to slow down in high-risk areas, increasing the likelihood of collisions. #MakeItSafe Addressing these infrastructural shortcomings is essential for creating safer environments for every child. YOURS World Health Organization United Nations