Risk Taking and
the Road User
Pre-Evaluation – Risk Taking
Strongly
Agree
I consider myself a risk-taker.
Risk taking is fun.
Being a teenager is about testing
boundaries.
Young people take more risks than
adults.
Simply crossing a road is a risk.
Agree
Don't Mind
Disagree
Strongly
Disagree
Discussion
How many of the excuses for the crashes can you
remember?
What actions might have prevented the crashes?
What percentage of crashes are caused by human error?
What risks have you taken this morning?
Managing Risks – “the pedestrian”
Avoid distractions
Use Safe Crossing
Points
Be Bright and Be
Seen
Know and Obey
The Highway Code
Managing Risks – “the cyclist”
Use Cycle Routes
Be Seen Day and
Regular Cycle
Night
Maintenance and Care
Wear a helmet
Managing Risks – “the motorist”
Concentrate on
The road
Drive at appropriate
speed
Always wear a
seatbelt
Know and obey
The Highway Code
Post-Evaluation – Risk Taking
Strongly
Agree
I consider myself a risk-taker.
Risk taking is fun.
Being a teenager is about testing
boundaries.
Young people take more risks than
adults.
Simply crossing a road is a risk.
I am now more aware of the
importance of managing risk.
Agree
Don't Mind
Disagree
Strongly
Disagree