As reported in our previous brief  on the topic, a Network Safety Plan (NSP) is a strategic plan to reduce crash risk across a network by prioritising investment in safety infrastructure and related measures. The current brief expands upon the previous entry with further details about NSP foundations, integration with related strategies and approaches, and anticipated benefits. NSPs are based on Safe System and Movement and Place principles, and consistency in applied standar

As reported in our previous brief on intersections (Part 1) , red light running is a major factor contributing to intersection crashes, which account for approximately 45% of all reported casualty crashes in Victoria and NSW[1]. At signalised intersections, the yellow change interval between green and red lights is critical and should allow drivers to stop safely (sufficient interval) without encouraging them to enter the intersection during the transition phase (excessive in

Our brief last week  summarised key elements of the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program , which provides funding of up to $3 million for infrastructure and related treatments at sites with high crash risk. Here we extend on that topic to outline the program’s alignment with Safe System principles and practice. Having been central to Australian road safety strategies and action plans in recent decades, many readers will be familiar with the key Safe System pillars, incl