Amman: Middle East University offered its students an interactive workshop on the concept of right of way, priorities, and traffic rules. This provided an engaging opportunity for students to consider the significant impact of traffic rules and behavioural aspects on driving.
The workshop was organised by the Deanship of Student Affairs in collaboration with the Public Security Directorate and was attended by a number of security personnel, academics, and students.
The workshop highlighted the fact that traffic laws are not arbitrary regulations; rather, they are meticulously designed systems that serve to maintain the delicate balance of order on the roads. These laws, which encompass a range of measures including speed limits and the mandatory use of seat belts, are designed with the objective of reducing chaos, preventing accidents, and protecting the most vulnerable road users, namely pedestrians.
One of the workshop’s keynote speakers, Colonel Wasfi Al-Atoum, emphasised the intricate interconnection between traffic regulations and road safety. He elucidated that legislation is not merely a set of rules; it is the very essence of an organised society, where each road user occupies a distinct role. He further emphasised that compliance with these regulations is of paramount importance and that any deviation can have a devastating impact on road safety.
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Mazen Al-Jaradat, representing the External Patrol Department, stated that safe driving is a moral responsibility firmly rooted in a holistic mindset that prioritises the well-being of all road users. He further noted that safe driving is an art form that requires constant vigilance.
The Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Ayman Al-Khazaleh, indicated that such workshop sessions are designed to be interactive experiences that can potentially transform how individuals perceive their role on the road. He further elaborated that the true measure of the success of such workshops lies in their ability to facilitate behavioral change, emphasizing that imparting knowledge alone is insufficient; the objective must be to instill a profound sense of personal responsibility in each participant.
One of the pivotal topics addressed in the workshop was the mounting concern about the growing practice of reckless driving and the dangerous trend of displaying one’s abilities on the roads. Reckless driving is not merely a violation of the law; it is a matter of significant public concern.