Since 1989, 6 Ontario Province Police officers have been killed
while assisting drivers on the side of the road. Several weeks ago,
a stopped motorist died the same way. In an effort to prevent these
tragic and ultimately avoidable accidents, the OPP has sparked an
initiative intended to save lives.
Emergency Workers Have to Do Their Jobs
After a collision or emergency medical situation on the road,
first responders are typically quick to arrive on the scene and get
to work. It is not uncommon to observe an ambulance or police car
on the shoulder the highway as you drive by.
What's important to consider is how vulnerable the people
who drive these vehicles are, especially as they find themselves
contending with issues like excessive speed, distracted drivers,
and impaired driving situations.
