The Safe System approach to road safety

Students explore aspects of the Safe System approach to road safety. Original resource by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.

The Safe System takes into account that we are human and are vulnerable, while also recognising that we make mistakes. It helps us to understand how we can prevent harm by looking across different areas instead of focusing on just one solution.

• Set of 6 activities suitable for Year 5 and above.
• Background info, discussion ideas, and links.
• Aligns with Social Sciences at Levels 3-6 of the NZ Curriculum.

The Safe System approach to road safety: student activities [PDF, 366 KB]