Accident Blackspot Evaluation Study on Trunk Roads in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Published by
African Research Transport Conference
Summary
Co-authored a study evaluating accident blackspots on trunk roads in Ghana's Eastern Region.
Engr. Joshua Larley
Chief Technical Officer | Transportation & Road Safety Engineer
Kumasi, GH.About
Highly accomplished Chief Technical Officer and Transportation & Road Safety Engineer with over 15 years of progressive experience in leading national research, data analysis, and strategic project implementation within the road traffic and safety sector. Currently pursuing an MSc in Transport Systems, I leverage advanced analytical skills and deep domain expertise to develop and execute impactful solutions that enhance road infrastructure, improve safety outcomes, and inform national policy.
Work
Building and Road Research Institute (CSIR-BRRI)
|Chief Technical Officer
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Summary
Led comprehensive road traffic, transportation, and safety research initiatives, overseeing data collection, analysis, and strategic recommendations for national infrastructure development.
Highlights
Spearheaded planning, organization, and analysis of nationwide traffic surveys and road traffic crash data, informing critical infrastructure decisions across Ghana.
Directed research efforts in child safety, vehicular speeding, drink-driving, and seatbelt/helmet usage, significantly contributing to national road safety policies.
Applied over 15 years of expertise in road traffic and safety, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance within the CSIR-BRRI Traffic and Transportation Engineering Division.
Collaborated with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies and international organizations, to implement evidence-based road safety interventions.
Building and Road Research Institute (CSIR-BRRI)
|Principal Technical Officer
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Summary
Managed and executed complex traffic and transportation engineering projects, contributing to national road safety and infrastructure development.
Highlights
Coordinated large-scale data collection and analysis for traffic and transportation studies, ensuring accuracy and reliability of research findings.
Contributed to the development and implementation of engineering solutions aimed at improving road network performance and safety.
Provided technical expertise in the assessment of road infrastructure and traffic flow, supporting strategic planning initiatives.
Building and Road Research Institute (CSIR-BRRI)
|Senior Technical Officer
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Summary
Conducted in-depth technical analyses and field investigations to support road safety and transportation engineering projects.
Highlights
Performed detailed technical evaluations of traffic systems and road conditions, identifying key areas for improvement.
Assisted in the design and execution of field surveys, collecting critical data for comprehensive transportation studies.
Supported senior staff in the preparation of technical reports and policy recommendations for national road safety initiatives.
Building and Road Research Institute (CSIR-BRRI)
|Technical Officer
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Summary
Executed foundational technical tasks in traffic and transportation engineering, supporting data collection and initial analysis.
Highlights
Conducted essential field data collection for various traffic studies, ensuring data integrity for subsequent analysis.
Assisted in the preliminary analysis of traffic patterns and road conditions, contributing to early-stage project development.
Supported the team in preparing technical documentation and reports on traffic engineering findings.
Building and Road Research Institute (CSIR-BRRI)
|National Service Personnel
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Summary
Gained foundational experience in traffic and transportation engineering, supporting data collection and administrative tasks.
Highlights
Supported the Traffic and Transportation Engineering Division through data collection and administrative assistance.
Contributed to initial phases of road safety projects, gaining practical exposure to industry methodologies and operations.
Education
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
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MSc
Transport Systems
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore
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Certificate
Global Road Safety Leadership
Coursera
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Online Course
Data Analytics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
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BSc
Construction Technology and Management (CTM)
Kumasi Technical University (KTU)
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Higher National Diploma
Civil Engineering
Kumasi Anglican Secondary School
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SSSCE
Publications
Identifying emerging hotspots of road traffic injury severity using spatiotemporal methods: longitudinal analyses on major roads in Ghana from 2005 to 2020.
Summary
Co-authored a longitudinal analysis identifying road traffic injury hotspots on major Ghanaian roads using spatiotemporal methods.
Geospatial Analysis of injury severity on major roads in Ghana (2017-2020): implications for targeted injury prevention and control initiatives.
Summary
Co-authored a geospatial analysis of injury severity on major Ghanaian roads, providing implications for targeted prevention and control initiatives.
Generating Consensus on road safety issues and priorities in Ghana: A modified Delphi approach.
Summary
Co-authored a study utilizing a modified Delphi approach to generate consensus on road safety issues and priorities in Ghana.
Motorcycle Taxis Accident Patterns in Accra.
Published by
International Journal of Engineering and Science
Summary
Co-authored a research paper analyzing motorcycle taxi accident patterns in Accra.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2022.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2022.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2021.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2021.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2020.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2020.
Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS3) - Accra & Kumasi: Round 3 Progress Report: Speed Field Data; Summary Results.
Published by
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA/ Bloomberg Philanthropies
Summary
Co-authored a progress report on speed field data and summary results for the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety in Accra & Kumasi.
Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS3) - Accra & Kumasi: Round 2 Progress Report: Speed Only Field Data; Summary Results.
Published by
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA/ Bloomberg Philanthropies
Summary
Co-authored a progress report on speed-only field data and summary results for the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety in Accra & Kumasi.
Verification Test on HD Vision Glasses.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a report on the verification test of HD Vision Glasses.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2018.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2018.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2019.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2019.
Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS3) - Accra & Kumasi: Round 1 Progress Report: Helmet, Seatbelt and Speed Field Data Summary Results.
Published by
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA/ Bloomberg Philanthropies
Summary
Co-authored a progress report on helmet, seatbelt, and speed field data for the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety in Accra & Kumasi.
Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS3) - Accra & Kumasi: Round 1 Progress Report.
Published by
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA/ Bloomberg Philanthropies
Summary
Co-authored a progress report for the Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety in Accra & Kumasi.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2019.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2019.
Road Traffic Crashes in Ghana. Statistics 2017.
Published by
Ministry of Transportation, National Road Safety Authority
Summary
Co-authored a technical report detailing road traffic crash statistics in Ghana for 2017.
Identification of Basic Schools for installation of Road Crossing AIDS to improve child Road Safety in Ghana, National Road Safety Commission. Final Report.
Published by
National Road Safety Commission
Summary
Co-authored a final report identifying basic schools for road crossing aid installation to improve child road safety in Ghana.
Languages
English
French
Certificates
Certificate in Global Road Safety Leadership Course
Issued By
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore
Skills
Transportation Engineering
Road Traffic Analysis, Traffic Impact Assessment, Road Safety Studies, Transport Systems, Traffic Flow Management, Pedestrian Safety, Vehicular Safety.
Data Analysis & Research
Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Field Surveys, Traffic Data Collection, Crash Data Analysis, Research Design, Report Writing.
GIS & Mapping
GIS Tools, QGIS, Google Earth, Google My Maps, Spatial Analysis, Mapping Access Points, Route Mapping.
Statistical Software
Microsoft Excel, R Studio, Stata, SPSS, MAAP (Microcomputer Accident Analysis Package).
Project Management
Project Leadership, Team Supervision, Stakeholder Engagement, Operational Planning, Resource Management.
Safety & Compliance
Road Safety Policy, Traffic Safety Devices, Compliance Monitoring, Risk Factor Analysis, Mitigation Strategies, Accident Prevention.
Construction Management
Pavement Distress Analysis, Infrastructure Assessment, Civil Engineering Principles.
References
Dr. James Damsere-Derry
Senior Research Scientist, CSIR-BRRI, P.O BOX 40 UP, KNUST, Tel: 0246414961, Email: jdamserederry@yahoo.com
Ing. Dr. William Agyemang
Principal Research Scientist, CSIR-BRRI, P.O BOX 40 UP, KNUST, Tel: 0244614727, Email: wagyingo@yahoo.com
Projects
Transport Impact Assessment for KNUST Teaching Hospital
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Summary
Academic coursework for MSc Transport Systems at KNUST, involving land-use and transport infrastructure analysis for a teaching hospital.
Transport Impact Assessment for Sewua Regional Hospital
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Summary
Academic coursework for MSc Transport Systems at KNUST, focusing on assessing and mitigating transport impacts for a regional hospital.
Transport Impact Assessment for KNUST Water Bottling Project
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Summary
Academic coursework for MSc Transport Systems at KNUST, assessing transport impacts of a proposed water bottling plant.
Transport Impact Assessment for Afari Military Hospital
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Summary
Academic coursework for MSc Transport Systems at KNUST, focusing on complex user needs and access for a military hospital.
Baseline study for road safety risk factors in Accra and Kumasi; Observational Study on Helmet, Seatbelt, speeding and Drink-driving Studies.
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Summary
Field Supervisor/Data Analyst for a Bloomberg Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS) study on road safety risk factors in Accra and Kumasi.
Verification of Traffic Safety devices
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Summary
Team Leader for Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), verifying the effectiveness of various traffic safety devices.
Road Traffic Crashes Statistics
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Summary
Field Team Leader/Data Analyst for the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), focusing on road traffic crash data.
Identification of Basic Schools for Installation of Road Crossing Aids ('Lollipop Stands') to Improve Child Road Safety in Ghana
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Summary
Team Member/Data Analyst for NRSA, identifying schools for road crossing aid installation to enhance child road safety.
Rural Transport Diagnostic Study in Ghana
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Summary
Data Analyst/Team Member for Cardno Emerging Markets (UK) Ltd, analyzing rural transport data.
Assessment of the Scale and Magnitude of Pedestrian Safety in Ghana's Road Traffic System and Recommendation for Cost-Effective Measures
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Summary
Data Analyst/Team Member for NRSA, assessing pedestrian safety and recommending cost-effective improvements.
Level of Compliance of Seatbelt and Crash Helmet Usage in Ghana
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Summary
Data Analyst/Team Member for NRSA, studying seatbelt and helmet usage compliance across Ghana's climatic zones.
Identification of Hazardous Sites and the Recommendation of Remedial Measures on Selected Rural Roads in Ghana
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Summary
Data Analyst/Team Member for Cardno Emerging Markets (UK) Ltd, identifying hazardous sites and recommending remedial measures on rural roads.
Operations of Private Vehicle Testing Stations in Ghana, Kumasi
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Summary
Team Member for Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), analyzing operations of private vehicle testing stations in Kumasi.
Dissertation: Determinants of drink-driving and association between drink-driving and road traffic fatalities in Ghana.
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Summary
Data Conductor/Analyst for a PhD dissertation, assessing alcohol influence in accident-involved drivers/riders.
Investigation of Pavement distress at Kotoka International Airport Southern Apron.
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Summary
Data Conductor/Analyst for Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL), investigating pavement distress.
Research on Prevalence of Mobile Phone usage whiles driving in the Kumasi Metropolitan Area.
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Summary
Data Analyst/Team Member for Building and Road Research Institute, researching mobile phone usage while driving.
Pedestrian Safety Management in Ghana's Road Traffic System
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Summary
Team Member for Department of Urban Roads (DUR), focusing on pedestrian safety management.
Consultancy Services for Driving under the influence of Alcohol
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Summary
Team Member for National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), providing consultancy on drink-driving.
The impact of Drivers Understanding of Road Signs
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Summary
Team Member for Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), studying drivers' understanding of road signs.