Risky Driving Behaviors and Severity of Commuting Accidents in Malaysia

Abstract

Commuting accidents, occurring during travel to or from the workplace, remain a critical contributor to Malaysia’s road accident statistics. This study investigates how risky driving behaviors influence the severity of commuting accidents, specifically in car-to-motorcyclist collisions, a commonly overlooked crash type in occupational safety research. Using a quantitative design, data were
collected from 58 respondents via structured questionnaires, and Spearman’s correlation was applied to assess the relationships between four risky driving behaviors and accident severity. Results indicate that commuting accidents are most common among female workers aged 31–50 in manufacturing, education, and retail sectors, with cars more frequently involved than motorcycles. Aggressive
behaviors, particularly running red lights, showed the strongest association with accident severity. The study offers new insight into how demographic factors and unsafe commuting behaviors intersect to shape accident outcomes, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions in workplace commuting safety programs. These findings contribute to the field of commuting accidents and represent a significant part of Malaysia’s commuting accident statistics, highlighting the importance of improving occupational and public safety.