Design And Implementation Of A Computerised Traffic Offence Documentation System
(A Case Study Of Federal Road Safety Commissioner, Enugu)
The Computerised Traffic Offence Documentation System (CTODS) represents a sophisticated and technologically advanced approach to managing and recording traffic violations. This innovative system leverages cutting-edge digital tools to streamline the documentation process, enhance accuracy, and facilitate efficient law enforcement. Computerised Traffic Offence Documentation System integrates various elements, such as automated license plate recognition, digital citation generation, and real-time data synchronization, to create a comprehensive solution for monitoring and addressing traffic offenses. By harnessing the power of technology, Computerised Traffic Offence Documentation System not only expedites the documentation of violations but also contributes to improved traffic management and safety. Its utilization marks a significant step forward in modernizing traffic control mechanisms, aligning with the growing demand for efficient and responsive law enforcement in the ever-evolving landscape of transportation.
This project is carried out in order to develop computer based Traffic Offence documentation system to all aviate the problems incurred in Federal Road softy commissioner problems such as Traffic offences, Mis-sorting of files, which may result when handling or processing these files manually.
The project was done so as to develop a software that will be able to take care of all the processing that are involved in one taking a policy such as file maintence, that will help one as he/she finds his/her way through the package, Howere, the design was carried out only to the activities documentation system with the hope of computerizing it so as to design an automated system to solve most of the existing (manual system).
Finally, when the design is fully implemented, you will find out that there will be improved flow of information and information retrieval by means of on-line direct access enquiry system, which will improve customer relations due to fever computation errors, more timely speedier response to enquiry and tracking of traffic offending .
Title Page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Table of Contents
CHAPTER ONE
Background of the Study
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Statement of problem
1.3 Purpose of Study
1.4 Objectives of Study
1.5 Scope of the Problem
1.6 Limitation of Study
1.7 Assumption
1.8 Definition of Terms
CHAPTER TWO
Literature Review
CHAPTER THREE
Overview of the Existing System
3.1 General Description and Analysis of the Existing System
3.2 Method of Data Collection used.
3.3 Objectives of the Existing system
3.4 Organizational Structure
3.5 Input Analysis
3.6 Process Analysis
3.7 Output Analysis
3.8 Information flow Diagram
3.9 Problem of the Existing System
3.10 Justification for the new System
CHAPTER FOUR
Design of the New system
4.1 Output Specification and Design
4.2 Input Specification and Design
4.3 File Design
4.4 Procedure Chart
4.5 System Flowchart
4.6 System Requirement
CHAPTER FIVE
Implementation of the new System
5.1 Program Design
5.2 Program Flowchart
5.3 Pseudo code
5.4 Source Using
5.5 Test Run
CHAPTER SIX
Documentation
6.1 Super Documentation
6.2 Program Documentation
6.3 User Documentation
CHAPTER SEVEN
Conclusion and Recommendation
7.1 Conclusion
7.2 Recommendation
BIBLIOGRAPHY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Around the world road traffic injuries are a major public health challenges that requires concerted efforts for effective and sustained prevention. An estimated 1.2 million people are killed in road crashes every year and many as 50 million supper injuries. The word health organization believe that these figures could increase by more them half over the next 20year unless there is a firm commitment to road safety and accident prevention, aspecially in Nigeria, most adult will know of someone who has been killed or injured in a road traffic accidents. It is a dad fact that many of these accidents and their consequences will have been avoid able.
Therefore this project, computerized traffic offence documentation system will help to keep records of all traffic offences committed by road users and also maintain the databases of the commission (F R S C)
1.2 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
The present system of traffic offence documentation system has a lot of problems which are mentioned below:
TIME:- going by the present system of operation, time is consumed in the manual handling of operation involves in road traffic documentation.
COST:- this is the greatest problem of the federal Road safety commission. The commission ends t o loose a lot of money running the agency manually.
DOCUMENT INSGRITY: This is viewed in the contest of the safety, in the contest of the safety, in validity of the records in the document files used in the report generation. In term of safety, the native of the system makes it vulnerable to left, fire or accidental distruction. This makes the system in safe as the time needed to replace lost data or files is enormously large.
1.3 PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
This study is designed to help federal Read safety commission to document all road traffic offences incurred by the road users.
This study also tries to give an indept looking in the easiest and most effective way for the growth and development of the federal Road safety commission of Nigerian in order to control and render its activities to the Nigerian and other coteries.
1.4 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
The objectives of the are as follows:
1. To provide better services to the public and users.
2. To keep records that are compect, integrated and up dated
3. To produce a system where information and output report will be produced or made available much faster more accurately and more detailed to the commission and the public (Road users).
1.5 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
This study is strived at finagling out how effective the computerization of Nigerian Road safety commission will improve the operation of the commission.
However, the research project is limited to traffic offence documentation section.
1.6 DEFINITION OF TERMS
1. INFORMATION-this is the assemblage of data into a meaningful form.
2. F R S C
3. Computerization
4. ROAD USER
5. DATA
(2) FRSC: Federal Road safety commission a body responsible for the control of Road users in the country Nigeria.
(3) Road user: person or persons making use or applying on the road.
(4) Data- It is a ran factor finger it is an unprocessed information.
(5) computerization:- refers to the application of computer in performing operations or man’s problem like on machical a counting.
Computerised Traffic Offence Documentation System:
A Computerized Traffic Offense Documentation System (CTODS) is a software-based system designed to streamline and automate the documentation and management of traffic offenses and violations. Such a system can be used by law enforcement agencies, traffic police, and government authorities to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and transparency of traffic offense processing. Here are some key features and components typically found in a CTODS:
Data Capture: CTODS captures and stores data related to traffic offenses. This includes information about the vehicle involved, the driver, the offense type, location, date, and time.
Automated Ticketing: The system generates electronic traffic tickets or citations based on the captured data. These electronic tickets can be printed or sent electronically to the offender.
Integration with External Databases: CTODS often integrates with external databases, such as vehicle registration databases and driver’s license databases, to validate information and check for previous offenses.
Digital Evidence Management: It allows for the storage and management of digital evidence, such as photos, videos, and scanned documents related to the offense.
Reporting and Analytics: The system provides reporting tools to analyze traffic offense data. This can help law enforcement agencies identify high-risk areas, patterns of violations, and the effectiveness of enforcement efforts.
Payment Processing: Many CTODS systems facilitate online payment of fines and penalties. Offenders can pay their fines through secure online portals, reducing the need for physical visits to a government office.
Integration with Court Systems: In some cases, CTODS integrates with court systems to streamline the processing of traffic violation cases. This includes case scheduling, notifications, and updates on the status of cases.
Notification and Communication: The system can automate notifications to offenders, reminding them of pending fines, court appearances, or other necessary actions.
Security and Access Control: CTODS must have robust security features to protect sensitive data and ensure that only authorized personnel have access to the system.
Scalability: It should be scalable to accommodate a large volume of traffic offenses, as well as potential future growth in data and users.
User-Friendly Interface: The system should have an intuitive user interface that is easy for law enforcement officers and administrative staff to use.
Audit Trail: CTODS typically maintains an audit trail to track any changes or actions taken within the system, ensuring accountability and transparency.
Mobile Accessibility: Many systems offer mobile apps or web interfaces that allow traffic officers to input data and issue citations directly from their mobile devices while on patrol.
Implementing a Computerized Traffic Offense Documentation System can lead to several benefits, including reduced paperwork, improved data accuracy, faster processing times, and increased revenue collection from fines. It also contributes to better traffic management and safety by enabling data-driven decision-making and enforcement strategies.