Safe System Approach
As part of the wider Safe System Approach adopted in Jersey, the focus on safe speeds is crucial to ensuring the safety of all road users. The Safe System Approach recognises that while human errors are inevitable, the consequences of these errors should not be fatal or result in serious injury.
In Jersey, speed limits are carefully set and enforced to reflect the safety of our road infrastructure and the diverse needs of our road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. By adhering to appropriate speed limits, we can significantly reduce the likelihood and severity of road collisions.
Elements of the Safe System
Each of the six main elements of the Safe System is displayed below.
- Road Safety Management (the outer layer)
- Safe Roads
- Safe Speeds
- Safe Vehicles
- Safe People
- Post-Collision Response
Click on each of them to learn more.
