Give a second to safer journeys
Learn how your split-second decisions make all the difference on Region of Waterloo roads.
The Safe Roads Waterloo Region campaign is dedicated to reducing injuries and deaths caused by traffic collisions on our roads. In line with the global Vision Zero movement, The Region of Waterloo believes that everyone - drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, government and traffic enforcement - has a part to play in making our roads a safer space.
All it takes is one split second
15 seconds to check a text message
10 seconds to put on your shoes
5 seconds to pour your coffee
3 seconds to give a hug
2 seconds to breathe in and out
1 second to look left or right
Less than a second to collide with another vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist
One injury or fatality is one too many
Do the Extra Sec Check
Take an extra second
Take a look around for drivers,
cyclists and pedestrians
Give everyone a safe journey
