Programación Gubernamental

Pedestrian interview guide Information for interviewee

Dear interviewee, this study is about risk perception, traffic attitudes and behaviour among pedestrians and drivers in Ghana in general and the Krobo district in particular and how these impact road traffic safety. Road traffic crashes are the commonest causes of fatalities and injury- related disabilities in the world today. Available data from the National Road Safety Commission suggest that increasing motorization in the country is bringing about increased traffic crashes. The human contribution to traffic accidents in Ghana cannot be overemphasized. Traffic safety therefore appears to be one of the topmost priorities of Ghanaians. Through the present study, this researcher hopes to gather relevant data that will provide useful information to complement those of the institutions involved in traffic safety campaign in the country.

If by any chance a question should make you feel uncomfortable, do not answer it. You can also withdraw from the study at any time you change your mind about participating. In this study, we only need to know your position and your age range but not your name. Any information you provide will be held in strictest confidence and be used for academic purposes only. The questions that follow are about your mobility and experiences as a pedestrian. Thank you!

A: Attitudes and behaviour (Pedestrian mobility & road use experiences) Do you sometimes walk in the street or cross it on foot, tell me about it?

Are there any challenges you face while crossing or walking along the roadway? How would you describe them?

Do you think pedestrian road use attitudes and behaviour pose danger to traffic safety in this area? In what ways?

Does the road network and condition in this area influence how you or others cross/walk in the roadway?

During the time you walk in the street, do you have any concerns with drivers who ply the road? Describe them!

Do you think the way you or others cross or walk in the roadway affect driving?

Could you describe what people who walk in the street do that you think can bring about motor accidents?

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Could you tell me why you think pedestrians in this area behave that way?

Who do you think should be held responsible if a car kills a pedestrian: driver or pedestrian? What is your impression about traffic law enforcement regarding pedestrians in this area? Do you know if a pedestrian has been punished before for traffic offences?

B: Risk perception

What do you perceive to be the risk factors on the roads while walking?

Do you feel unsafe that as a pedestrian you could be involved and injured in traffic crash? Do you worry that other pedestrians could be involved and injured in a traffic crash but not you? C: Closing remarks

Is there any information I have not asked for that you wish to share Do you want to add something or make a correction?

D: Personal information

Are you able to tell me about your age or age range? Many thanks!

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Driver interview guide Information for interviewee

Dear interviewee, this study is about risk perception, traffic attitudes and behaviour among pedestrians and drivers in Ghana in general and the Krobo district in particular and how these impact road traffic safety. Road traffic crashes are the commonest causes of fatalities and injury- related disabilities in the world today. Available data from the National Road Safety Commission suggest that increasing motorization in the country is bringing about increased traffic crashes. The human contribution to traffic accidents in Ghana cannot be overemphasized. Traffic safety therefore appears to be one of the topmost priorities of Ghanaians. Through the present study, this researcher hopes to gather relevant data that will provide useful information to complement those of the institutions involved in traffic safety campaign in the country.

If by any chance a question should make you feel uncomfortable, do not answer it. You can also withdraw from the study at any time you change your mind about participating. In this study, we only need to know your position and your age range but not your name. Any information you provide will be held in strictest confidence and be used for academic purposes only. Thank you!

A. Background information

Can you tell me how long you have been driving?

Can you tell me about the daily routine of commercial drivers (your work)? How did you train for your driver’s license?

B. Road use attitudes & behaviour

In what ways does the nature of your work affect the way you drive? What attitudes of drivers do you dislike?

How do you perceive pedestrian attitudes to road use?

In your opinion, do we have “Sunday drivers” on our roads here? What do you think motivates drivers to speed, overload or double-park? What behaviours of drivers lead to accidents?

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What are the differences between old drivers and young drivers in Manya Krobo?

Do your family (wife, kids, parents, etc) and friends have any influence on the way you drive? C. Perceived traffic crash risk

As a driver, do you feel unsafe that you could be involved in a traffic accident? Do you worry that you could be injured should you get involved in a traffic accident? How probable do you think is it for yourself to be involved and injured in a traffic crash? How concerned are you about traffic crash risks and think you could be a victim?

Do you feel it’s more probable for other road users to be victims of traffic crash but not you?

D. Closing questions

Is there any information I have not asked for that you wish to share?

Do you have any suggestions for drivers and pedestrians, passengers as well as the institutions involved in promoting road traffic safety?

Do you want to add something or make a correction? E: Personal information

Are you able to tell me about your age or age range? Many thanks!