Abstract

Road Traffic Accidents or RTAs, are widely acknowledged to be a major issue that require attention as they are one of the main causes of fatalities and injuries. In developing nations, the issue is more severe and needs immediate attention as well as research into solutions. Using Jordan as a case study, the goal of this research is to look at people’s views and opinions regarding traffic safety and the reasons behind RTAs in developing nations. The study included data from questionnaires for four factors: behavioral, technological, infrastructural and external reasons. It was conducted as a public perception, attitude and opinion poll. According to the survey, Jordan has seen a rise in accidents in recent years, along with an increase in injuries and fatalities. Most respondents think that all of these frequent causes behavioral, technological, infrastructural and external are the main reasons why RTAs occur in Jordan, with the behavioral element being the most prevalent.

Keywords:RTAs; Jordan; Traffic safety; People perception