A Study on the awareness of road safety for trucks transportation in Peninsular Malaysia

Lee, Leong Jie; Choo, Wern Kern; Bahri, Mahmud · 2019 · DOAJ

DOI: 10.1051/e3sconf/201913604087

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This study investigates the awareness of road safety among truck transportation operators in Peninsular Malaysia, addressing the high prevalence of accidents caused by human error. The research aims to identify factors influencing driver safety awareness, specifically examining driver behavior, attitude, human error, surrounding environment, government legislation, and distracted driving. The motivation stems from statistics indicating that over 80% of traffic accidents in Malaysia are attributed to human error rather than vehicle or road conditions, highlighting the need for improved safety protocols in the logistics industry. The researchers adopted a qualitative approach, conducting in-depth interviews with three managers from trucking companies in the Kuala Lumpur area. The participants included a company owner, a cold chain storage manager, and a trading company director, each with significant industry experience. Data collection involved a structured questionnaire with 14 open-ended questions covering topics such as safety training, maintenance schedules, speed limits, and the use of mobile devices. The study utilized judgment sampling to select respondents with relevant knowledge and experience. Data analysis involved both confirmatory and exploratory techniques to categorize responses into key themes regarding safety awareness and operational practices. The findings reveal that safety performance is heavily influenced by cost efficiency, where companies prioritize safety to avoid penalties and operational disruptions. Respondents emphasized the importance of regular maintenance, defensive driving training, and strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Environmental factors, such as heat and rural road conditions, were managed through tinted glass and enforced speed limits (e.g., 40 km/h in rural areas). Regarding distracted driving, companies generally prohibited smartphone use while driving but allowed radio listening and installed fixed GPS units for tracking. The study also found that while government legislation is followed, enforcement mechanisms like fines are often borne by drivers, and companies employ disciplinary actions ranging from warnings to termination for safety violations. The significance of this study lies in its identification of five critical categories affecting road safety: driver behavior and attitude, surrounding environment, government legislation, distracted driving, and tracking. The results suggest that effective safety awareness requires a combination of corporate responsibility, such as providing proper training and equipment, and individual accountability. The authors conclude that neglecting these factors increases the risk of accidents, emphasizing the need for continuous safety audits and clear communication of safety protocols to ensure the well-being of drivers and the efficiency of logistics operations.

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