PennDOT's video about crosswalks is information for the pedestrian and for the driver.
Search the ChORUS Library
Tips for Your Search
To start, enter a keyword or phrase to find library resources of interest and select “Apply”. Your search results will appear. To filter your results, select one or more filter options from the filter categories (i.e., Audience, Type, Source, etc.). You can choose one or more filters from one or more categories. If you select more than one filter, resources will appear for both of your choices. For example, if you select Individuals and Law Enforcement as Audiences and Screening and Testing as a Topic you will yield a list of all screening and testing materials associated with both audiences.
PennDOT Safety -- Crosswalks — National (07/24/2020)
Source: ExpertPed Motion Graphics - Driving Safely — National (01/10/2015)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA's motion graphic about driving safely around pedestrians and bicyclists
Handbook for Designing Roadways for the Aging Population — National (06/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis 3rd Edition of FHWA's popular resource for selecting proven crash countermeasures that protect older adults covers 51 treatment options, including their rationale for inclusion and a guide for selecting projects using the Handbook.
Keeping Delaware Drivers Safe and Mobile — Delaware (04/16/2014)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis video explores how the Delaware Department of Transportation has successfully improved safety for all road users by focusing on the needs of older drivers. Many of the successful strategies highlighted could be replicated elsewhere.
Uniform Guidelines for State highway Safety Programs — National (04/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationIn this guideline, there are recommendations regarding specific partner groups like old road users to implement a comprehensive highway safety program.
NCHRP Vol. 9 Report 500 — National (04/08/2009)
Source: ExpertThis report of the National Cooperative Highway Research Program/Transportation Research Board provides a comprehensive guide to reducing crashes involving older drivers, and details effective engineering solutions and relative costs.
Pedestrian Signal Safety for Older Persons — National (06/01/2003)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety studied the walking speed of older pedestrians, and suggested ways to improve signal timing to improve safety while not increasing congestion.
A Pocket Guide to Improve Traffic Control and Mobility for Our Older Population — National (01/01/2003)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis pocket guide helps transportation professionals consider the needs of an aging population and covers three key areas -- intersections/interchanges, curves, and temporary traffic control situations (e.g., workzones).
National Pedestrian Safety Month 2022 — National
Source: US Department of TransportationDuring October’s National Pedestrian Safety Month the (U.S. DOT), (NHTSA) is strengthening its efforts to improve safety for vulnerable road users by providing this suite of free resources.
ChORUS Law Enforcement Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit Organization