Core Viewpoint - Shanghai has introduced a "Traffic Safety Code" for delivery riders to address traffic violations and improve safety, categorizing riders into green, yellow, and red codes based on their safety behavior [1][2][4]. Group 1: Implementation of Traffic Safety Code - The "Traffic Safety Code" uses a color-coded system (green, yellow, red) to assess the safety status of delivery riders, with new riders required to start with a green code [2][3]. - The system collects and analyzes data on traffic violations and accidents involving delivery riders, allowing for precise management and identification of high-risk riders and companies [1][2][5]. - Since the implementation of the code in April, over 420 riders have been placed on the industry "restricted list" due to safety violations [4]. Group 2: Assessment Criteria - Riders are assigned a green code if they use compliant vehicles and have no unresolved traffic violations or accidents; yellow codes are given for minor infractions, while red codes indicate serious violations [3][4]. - The assessment also includes a star rating system for delivery stations based on the safety performance of their riders, linking business performance to safety standards [5][6]. Group 3: Impact on Industry Practices - Companies are incentivizing safe riding behavior by linking riders' safety scores to their earnings and benefits, with penalties for violations [6][7]. - The overall accident rate has decreased by nearly 30% since the introduction of the safety code, indicating improved safety awareness among riders [6][7]. - The Shanghai police department plans to enhance management precision through technology, shifting from reactive to proactive safety measures in the delivery industry [7].