ADPC Traffic safety campaign reaches 2,000 truck drivers

The campaign was about raising awareness of the safety regulations for driving in, and beyond, ADPC’s ports. The truck drivers taking part could watch videos showing best practice examples and ways to avoid accidents and hazards while driving, enhancing the safety of the drivers themselves and all around them.

The presentations which were being given in English, Urdu, Pashtu and Arabic were being delivered at Khalifa Port, alongside the documentation office – an easy location for drivers passing through the area. After the presentations, drivers had the chance to try out two simulators – one demonstrating the importance of wearing a seatbelt in a collision and the other giving the ‘driver’ the full experience of a 180 degree roll in a car. Transport managers were invited to attend a focused workshop looking at safety issues and fleet management. Overall feedback from both the drivers and transport managers taking part has been very positive.

Capt. Shamisi Acting CEO, Abu Dhabi Ports Company, ADPC commented:

“The safety of our staff and those around us is a top consideration for all of us at ADPC. Through this campaign we have been able to talk to more than 400 drivers each day, which means by the end of the week we will have reached out to around 2000 people. That will certainly have a positive impact on the driving practices in and around Khalifa Port and Kizad industrial zone.