1.Wear a safety belt
Wearing a safety belt is one of the top 10 ways to avoid car accident in Ghana.This will protect you whether you are the driver or a passenger.Please make it a habit to always fasten your seat belt.
2.Limit your Night driving
One of the top 10 ways to avoid car accident in Ghana is to limit your driving at night.It is advisable to limit driving at night especially for beginners.One must be very comfortable driving at day time before driving at night.
3.Drive with both hands on the wheel
Always make sure to drive with both hands.This will keep you more focused and you will be able to handle any obstructions more easily than using one hand.
4.Drive a Safe Vehicle
Drive a car that has high safety ratings
5.Don’t drink and drive
Driving under the influence of alcohol can endanger your life and that of your passengers,if you have one.The effect of alcohol can make you lose focus and judgement whiles driving.
6.Follow traffic rules
Following traffic rules is also one of the top 10 ways to avoid car accident in Ghana.Most people try to jump the traffic especially when they are in a haste going somewhere and there is no police around .Usually when the light is Green and it’s about to turn red,most drivers speed up to beat the traffic.If one is not careful this can cause accident.
7.Develop the right attitude about driving
Dedicate yourself to practice the right attitude about driving. Drive responsibly at all times
8.Use cell phones only for emergencies
Driving whiles talking on the phone can be very risky.Use your phone only for emergencies.If you have to use it,park somewhere safe and receive your call.
9.Keep your eye scanning the area ahead
You always have to alert and be aware of your surroundings
10.Train for poor weather conditions
Lastly get supervision,if you are not confident about driving in poor weather conditions.