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The Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) emphasizes safe driving and sets guidance through the Zambian Highway Code, organized by road user and vehicle type. The material highlights the Ten Basic Rules of Driving, covering knowledge of the code, constant concentration, correct interpretation of traffic, patience and maintaining distance, courtesy, speed control, car sense, proper signaling, vehicle roadworthiness, and roadcraft. 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Road safety is the concern of every person on the road for the safety of all of us. Obeying traffic rules is very important for road safety. It is very important for every driver to follow the traffic guidelines for safety and get to observe the Ten (10) Basic Rules of Driving.  \nAs lead road safety institution, the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) ensures safety, emphasizes on safe driving and regulates road user behavior in the country. The RTSAin consultation with other road safety stakeholders has put in place a detailed publication, the Zambian Highway Code whose legality and authority is drawn from section 231 of the Road Traffic Act No.11 of 2002.  \nThe Highway Code groups the ten (10) basic rules of driving and advice according to the type of road users and vehicles. The Highway Code is basically a set of rules, guidance, advice and information for road users to follow by law.  \nThis week, we highlight the importance of road safety with particular focus on understanding and following traffic guidelines for safety and get to observe the Ten (10) Basic Rules of Driving.  \nTen (10) Basic Rules of Driving  \nThese are the most important rules of driving in Zambia. Here are the 10 golden rules of driving:  \n1. KNOW THE HIGHWAY  \nCODE VERY WELL AND PUT IT INTO PRACTICE  \nThe Highway Code is the road user's guide and by keeping to the rules you will contribute to keeping our roads safe and more pleasant for all.  \n2. CONCENTRATE ALL THE TIME ON YOUR DRIVING  \nTO AVOID CRASHES  \nIt is often the smallest detail that gives the clue to what will  \nprobably happen.  \n3. INTERPRET THE TRAFFIC  \nSITUATION CORRECTLY BEFORE YOU ACT  \nEvery traffic situation is unique, therefore, a driver should be able to interpret it correctly before making any maneuver.  \n4. EXERCISE PATIENCE AND 'HANG BACK'  \nWHEN NECESSARY  \nTo 'hang back' is to follow ata safe distance the vehicle ahead which you eventually intend to overtake when the road is clear. When in doubt,'hang back'.  \n5. DRIVE WITH CARE AND GIVE COURTESY TO  \nOTHER ROAD USERS  \nGood driving continually calls for the making of quick and correct decisions, all of which must be carried out with care, especially when overtaking.  \nBe considerate to other road users.  \n6. ADAPT YOUR SPEED  \nACCORDING TO ROAD AND TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AND NEVER EXCEED SPEED LIMITS  \nIt is not always safe to drive at the highest speed allowed, even though the law permits you to do so. In some cases, such a speed is dangerous. Only unwise persons can drive fast enough to be dangerous.  \n7. DEVELOP YOUR CAR SENSE AND REDUCE  \nWEAR AND TEAR  \nCar sense is the ability to get the best out of your car; it entails smooth and thoughtful operation of the controls with hands and feet. This can only be reached if the operations are carried out in good time. Car sense adds to your safety.  \n8. USE YOUR HORN CONSIDERATELY AND  \nGIVE PROPER SIGNALS  \nUse the horn to give warning only. Use the signals given in the Highway Code. An incorrect signal is misleading and always dangerous.  \n9. BE SURE YOUR CAR IS ROADWORTHY AND  \nKNOW ITS LIMITATIONS  \nBefore driving any vehicle, get to know its capabilities and limitations.  \n10.ERFECT YOUR ROADCRAFT AND  \nACKNOWLEDGE COURTESIES SHOWN TO YOU BY OTHER ROAD USERS  \nThe Highway Code urges all to be courteous, but a good driver goes further and acknowledges the courtesies shown to him by every other road user  \nImage: iStock  \nSome important traffic guidelines for road safety  \n1. Make significant use of stop signs, traffic lights, crosswalks, and where all vehicle traffic is visible.  \n2. Stop at the sidewalk (if available) while walking. If there are not enough sidewalks, you should always walk on the right side against the traffic soit is also very important that you see motorists approaching to avoid accidents.  \n3. Do not use cellphones or other distracting gadgets w","cbCaibthdryyLNZI","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibthdryyLNZI","pdf",399978,"English","# Ten (10) Basic Rules of Driving\n## Golden rules for safe driving\n## Additional traffic guidelines and key crash causes","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the Zambian Highway Code mentioned in the text?\",\"answer\":\"It groups the ten basic rules of driving and provides rules, guidance, and information that road users must follow by law to support road safety.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the text say drivers should do to avoid crashes?\",\"answer\":\"Drivers should concentrate all the time, interpret traffic situations correctly before acting, exercise patience and hang back when necessary, and drive with care and courtesy to other road users.\"},{\"question\":\"Which driver behaviors are listed as main reasons for road crashes?\",\"answer\":\"The text highlights driving at high speed, using a mobile phone while driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, violating traffic rules, and overtaking incorrectly.\"}]","UNDERSTANDING ROAD SAFETY - THE TEN BASIC RULES OF DRIVING | PDF",1789734578]