HELMET USE COMPLIANCE SURVEY FOR CRANIOFACIAL TRAUMA PREVENTION AMONG MOTORCYCLISTS IN JAYAPURA CITY RING ROAD
Compliance with helmet use by motorcycle riders and passengers is a crucial factor in preventing craniofacial and head injuries. This study aims to assess and evaluate the level of helmet use compliance among motorcyclists and passengers on the ring road in Jayapura City, emphasizing the importance of helmet use in protecting against potential head trauma.
This time-based survey observed motorcycle riders and passengers on the Jayapura City ring road over a 14-day period, during three time intervals (morning, afternoon, and evening). The collected data were analyzed descriptively to evaluate compliance with helmet use and the associated risks of injury.
During the study, a total of 6,411 motorcycles passed through the ring road. The survey revealed that 18,602 motorcycle riders and passengers were at moderate risk of injury due to not wearing helmets (MR-IV), while 11,849 individuals were at high risk (HR-II). The peak of non-compliance occurred during the afternoon (T3) period, where 71.92% of the HR-V group, 84.82% of the HR-II group, and 290.15% of the MR-IV group failed to wear helmets.
The findings suggest that helmet use compliance among motorcycle riders and passengers on the Jayapura Ring Road is alarmingly low, significantly increasing the risk of head injuries in the event of an accident. These results highlight the urgent need for public health strategies to encourage helmet use and reduce non-compliance, particularly during peak traffic times. Further research is essential to evaluate helmet use compliance on other major roads in Jayapura to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the issue.
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Read more: https://doi.org/10.20473/jre.v9i2.64397
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