Road Safety Teaching Aids
"Stop. Look. Listen."
These are the fundamental principles for staying safe as a pedestrian around Coffs Harbour's busy road system.
They also frame the basic message of an innovative new teaching aid package launched in Coffs Harbour in August 2003 to assist people with intellectual disabilities to develop road safety skills.
The photograph-based guides show typical pedestrian scenarios around Coffs Harbour, with the models taking the correct 'road-safe' action.
The teaching packs include photo cards, CDs and brochures designed as a resource which carers can use to help people with specific needs to develop vital life skills. The program was developed jointly by Coffs Harbour City Council and Coffs Harbour Support Services. It was funded by the NSW Motor Accidents Authority.
Road Safety Videos/DVDs
In February 2004, the NRMA gave Council a grant to add a video/DVD to the teaching materials. As with all the other resources, they feature service users crossing roads in Coffs Harbour. Each protrays typical traffic facilities such as roundabouts, traffic lights and shared zones and gives guidelines on dealing with traffic safely.
View a clip of the video/DVD:
To obtain a brochure, video or DVD, please fill in the form below and fax or email to Council's Road Safety Officer, Anne Shearer. Fax: (02) 6648 4477, mailto:anne.shearer@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Teaching Aids Resources Order Form (317KB)
Feedback
Council is always looking for ways to improve its services and would welcome comments on the booklets and videos/DVDs. Below are two feedback forms. Please complete and return to Council's Road Safety Officer, Anne Shearer, either by fax on 6648 4477 or via email mailto:anne.shearer@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Evaluation of Road Safety Booklets (457KB) Evaluation of Road Safety Video or DVD (462KB)
Further Information (or to obtain teaching materials)
Contact Council's Road Safety Officer, Anne Shearer on (02) 66484000
