The Development Of Road Accident Prevention By Community Network Participation Of Thung Si Mueang Subdistrict, Suwannaphum District, Roi Et Province.
Keywords:
Road accident prevention, participatory approach, community networkAbstract
This research aimed to study the development of road traffic accident prevention operations in Thung Si Mueang Subdistrict, Suwannaphum District, Roi Et Province, using Participatory Action Research (PAR). The objective was to enhance safety and reduce losses from road traffic accidents in the area.
The PAR was conducted in four stages (Plan, Act, Observe, and Reflect) over a six-month period. The sample consisted of 66 network partners and 335 road users. Data were collected through focus group discussions, workshops, observations, and questionnaires. Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistics, inferential statistics (Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test), and content analysis.
The implementation of five activities (festival safety campaigns, knowledge training, a safety helmet fund, risk point correction via a LINE group, and mobile compulsory motor insurance services) resulted in a 53% decrease in festival-related injuries, with zero fatalities. Risk behaviors, such as riding without a safety helmet and drunk driving, also decreased. Furthermore, the participation level of the network partners increased from 3.79 to 4.30, and satisfaction with the operations increased from 3.62 to 4.53, showing statistical significance (p < 0.001).
The success of this model resulted from the integration of all sectors, strong local leadership, and the use of an evidence-based data system. Policy implications suggest that subdistrict-level collaborative mechanisms and a sense of community co-ownership should be supported to ensure sustainable road safety management.
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