Road safety is a critical issue for the road freight industry and the Road Freight Association (RFA) is embarking on an initiative called ‘Safety for All.’
The RFA is committed to promoting road safety in all areas, not just for trucking and the association believes all road users need to understand the importance of safe behaviour on South Africa’s roads. Which is why, the RFA has decided to introduce an action hero character, “Captain Safety” to visit schools in underprivileged communities to teach basic road safety rules of crossing a street. The programme will be aimed at Grade R and Grade1 learners who will be taught the rules of the road on a road safety mat as both drivers and pedestrians. Research indicates that it is better to teach young children so that they can influence their parents on the road. Children will be taught the rules of the road so they can adhere to good road safety and be safe on our roads. To ensure reinforcement of road safety concepts the learners will receive continuous training as part of their life skills orientation classes. The programme will be BBBEE accredited and can be used by RFA members as part of the Corporate Social Responsibility Targets. RFA members are also being encouraged to contribute to this initiative so they be can part of the RFA’s “Safety for All” programme and can fulfill their CSR obligations. Members will receive full acknowledgement and exposure through the marketing of the programme. “Safety for All” was launched at the RFA Convention 8-10 June 2014 at the Wild Coast Sun and the following members have pledged their support: • United Bulk• Crossroads Distribution
• Wardens Cartage • Cape Express Removals • Payloads • Auto Commodities • Hellberg Transport Management Please click on the link below to view the RFA road safety dvd: http://www.transportworldafrica.co.za/2014/06/27/rfa-road-safety/
