In this special investigation report, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) examines pedestrian safety in the United States and recommends actions to help prevent pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
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Pedestrian Safety — National (09/25/2024)
Source: ExpertYou Hold the Keys to Your Transportation Future Presentation — National (08/02/2024)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis ready-to-use presentation on older adults' transportation safety is ideal for senior and community center audiences.
Tips to Cycling When You’re Older — National (02/27/2024)
Source: ExpertCycling is a great endurance exercise called aerobic exercise. It increases your heart rate and improves your breathing. This helps keep you healthy and gives you better staying power so that you can do the things you need to do every day.
Resources for Pedestrian and Bike Safety — National (11/13/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLaw Enforcement Resources on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia — National (09/15/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationFive resources provide law enforcement with information on Alzheimer's disease and dementia. These resources can be used by professionals to help assess and assist individuals in need.
CHP 'Rolls' Out Statewide Safety Training Program for Electric Bicycles — California (08/31/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationAs the popularity of e-bikes skyrockets, the CHP is launching an online e-bike safety and training program to help keep commuters and recreational cyclists safe. Read the press release to learn more.
How To Choose The Best Bikes For Seniors — National (08/10/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationAs bicycling grows in popularity, so do the types of bikes offered. Here, we delve into the various bicycles marketed to older adults and highlight which features make them a good choice for each rider.
Accessibility Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way — National (08/08/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe (Access Board or Board) issues its final rule that provides minimum guidelines for the accessibility of pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way.
How cycling can be a great — and safe — exercise as you get older — National (08/07/2023)
Source: NewsHow cycling can be a great — and safe — exercise as you get older.
NHTSA Crash Stats "Pedestrians" 2023 — National (08/01/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA Pedestrian Fact sheet for 2023. This fact sheet defines a pedestrian involved in a motor vehicle traffic crash as any person on foot, walking, running, jogging, hiking, sitting, or lying down.