Transport and Traffic Violations in Iriga City, Philippines

This study aimed to identify the types of transport and traffic violations in Iriga City and explore the perceived and actual factors contributing to these violations.The research focused on human error, road deficiencies, vehicle factors, traffic signs, and traffic enforcement.It also examined the significant differences in perception between respondents and proposed strategies to reduce violations.The findings are expected to benefit various stakeholders, including the community, the Philippine National Police, the Local Government Unit, the Land Transportation Office, public safety officers, external and internal stakeholders, students, the researcher, and future researchers.The study utilized a descriptive research method, employing a survey questionnaire to collect data from 144 respondents, which included members of the PNP in Iriga CPS, public safety officers, and riders representing the community.The analysis revealed that the most prevalent violations from 2019 to 2021 were failure to observe road signs, driving without a necessary license, not wearing crash helmets, and student drivers not accompanied by licensed drivers.Respondents generally disagreed that human error, road deficiencies, vehicle factors, traffic signs, and traffic enforcement were primary contributors to these violations.Instead, they identified attitudes, values, and awareness levels as significant factors.There was a notable difference in perception between public safety officers and riders regarding the actual factors contributing to violations.To address these issues, the study proposed a traffic management manual focused on enforcement, education, and engineering, with an emphasis on public participation.