Determinants of Performance of Road Safety Programs Implemented by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), Nairobi County, Kenya

Abstract

Road traffic accidents represent a significant worldwide public health issue, resulting in countless injuries and fatalities each year. The purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of safety protocols on road safety outcomes within Nairobi County. The objectives of the study were to find out the influence of road safety training by NTSA, to determine the influence of road safety campaigns by NTSA, to examine the extent to which motor vehicle inspection by NTSA influence road safety outcome and lastly to establish how traffic rules and regulations imposed by NTSA influence the road safety outcome in Nairobi County. The researcher used a descriptive research design. This research investigated a target population consisting of 20 drivers, 20 motor vehicle passengers, 10 officials from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), 20 motorcyclists, and 10 traffic police officers. A total of 67 participants were selected from the targeted population for the purposes of this study. The researcher used questionnaires and interviews as method of data collection and finally the data was analyzed using SPSS and summarized inform of frequencies. Tables were utilized to illustrate the data and descriptive statistics, such as percentages and frequencies, mean and standard deviation were used to summaries the data. Additionally, inferential statistics such as correlation and regression analysis were used to assess the relationship between independent and dependent variables. On statement that Training programs offered by NTSA play a significant role in reduction of road accidents in Nairobi County, 19(31.7%) strongly agreed with the statement, 28(46.7%) agreed, 6(10.0%) were neutral while 7(11.7%) disagreed with the statement. Safety campaigns carried out by NTSA creates awareness on road safety among the road users which leads to reduction of road accidents, 26(43.3%) strongly agreed with the statement, 28(46.7%) agreed, 1(1.7%) were neutral, 3(5.0%) disagreed, while 2(3.3%) strongly disagree with the statement.