Road Safety and Safe Urban Mobility in the Caribbean

Urban mobility in the Caribbean presents unique challenges, from rapid urbanization to infrastructure constraints that put vulnerable road users at risk. Understanding how to analyze and design safer streets is critical for sustainable regional development. This text-based course guides you through the foundational principles of road safety planning, focusing on the specific context of Caribbean cities. You will learn to identify hazards, assess infrastructure, and implement proven interventions to reduce traffic-related injuries and improve pedestrian access. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of road safety and urban transport planning. - Analyze the unique traffic and infrastructure challenges faced by Caribbean municipalities. - Identify vulnerable road users and design targeted street interventions to protect them. - Evaluate modern data-driven approaches to traffic calming and speed management. - Integrate modern micro-mobility options safely into existing urban transit networks. - Apply international safety standards to local urban planning frameworks. The course starts with key terminology, foundational safety metrics, and basic concepts before moving on to practical planning methodologies and policy frameworks. This program is designed for beginners, community advocates, and municipal workers looking to understand the fundamentals of urban transit safety. Start reading today to build the knowledge needed to shape safer, more accessible streets.