EFFECTIVENESS OF TRAFFIC COMMUNITY EDUCATION IMPLEMENTATION ON HELMET USE COMPLIANCE AS AN EFFORT TO REDUCE TRAFFIC ACCIDENT VICTIMS

Abstract

The aim of this research is to explore and analyze the effectiveness of the implementation of the traffic community education program by the Palu Po-lice in increasing awareness and compliance with helmet use and to explore and analyze strategies that can be implemented to increase the effectiveness of the traffic community education program in increasing compliance with helmet use. The research method uses empirical legal writing methods. The research results show that the effectiveness of the traffic community educa-tion program by the Palu Police Traffic Unit has shown effectiveness in in-creasing public awareness and compliance with the use of helmets. This program has succeeded in increasing public awareness about the importance of driving safety, especially the use of helmets. Compliance with helmet use after the program is implemented. Helmet violations decreased, traffic accidents decreased after the program was implemented, and community participation in socialization and education activities was very good. This program has helped shape a safer driving culture in Palu City, where helmet use is starting to be considered a norm and a social responsibility. Strategies that can be implemented by the Palu Police Traffic Unit to increase compli-ance with helmet use are consistent and firm law enforcement and use of technology such as CCTV and electronic ticketing. Increased traffic safety education and campaigns. Collaboration with the riding community, schools, and the private sector.