Safety and Security Measures of Topmost Accident Prone Areas in Gerona

Abstract

The students of the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) aimed to conduct a study about safety and security measures of topmost accident prone areas in Gerona. The researchers intended to know how often accidents occur and the factors affecting the safety and security measures in each barangay. The main goal of this study is to provide possible recommendations that will address the rapid increase of accidents brought by number of residents, limited space and numerous vehicles. Primary data were collected to identify the frequency and the factors that cause the accidents. The quantitative research study was conducted via questionnaire along with the structuralized questions. Researchers observed and experienced work as catalyst to analyze factual findings. The results were examined from different perspectives. This study looked into the behavior of drivers, condition of roads and road infrastructure as the main issues for numerous accidents. It is recommended that programs and seminars should be implemented; monitor the maintenance of roads, as well as addition of signage’s and street lights in each barangay. This research is also expected to contribute in minimizing the number of victims from the accidents.