Safety

Individual and community perceptions of safety in regard to travel modes can have a significant effect on how many people utilise a particular travel option, with negative perceptions being a major inhibitor of behaviour change.

Road safety programs address safety issues for car users, cyclists and pedestrians. Safety on public transport is under the jurisdiction of the Public Transport Division of the Department of Infrastructure.

What local governments can do
Local governments can find themselves extending their role in transport when acting in community best interest. Additional activities may not be expensive and can provide a real local benefit.

Institutions and agencies
A summary of the roles of federal, state and other agencies

Available tools and resources
There are a number of useful resources to help local governments

Learn from others
Look at work done elsewhere to get ideas for your area.