This 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.
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Handbook for Designing Roadways for the Aging Population — National (06/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationKeeping 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.
Injury Vulnerability and Effectiveness of Occupant Protection Technologies for Older Occupants and Women — National (05/01/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA’s Technical Report on injury vulnerability and the effectiveness of occupant protection technologies for older occupants and women.
Effectiveness of LED Stop Lamps for Reducing Rear-End Crashes: Analyses of State Crash Data — National (02/01/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA’s Technical Report on the effectiveness of LED stop lamps for reducing rear-end crashes and analyses of state crash data.
Standardized Road Test Results Differ from Older Adults’ Natural Driving — National (12/05/2012)
Source: NewsStudies have shown that our driving abilities decline with age, and for those with cognitive issues such as dementia, it can be even worse.
Has the Time Come for an Older Driver Vehicle? — National (02/02/2012)
Source: Professional AssociationThis paper questions if it’s time for vehicles to be designed to suit the needs of an older population.
Elderly Drivers Support Competency Tests — National (05/28/2011)
Source: NewsResearchers studying driving habits and accident rates among the elderly found that a majority support age-based competency tests.
Senior Driving Program – CarFit — National (12/02/2009)
Source: For Profit OrganizationBold City Media speaks with a CarFit representative who explains the company’s senior driving program and finding a vehicle best suited for the driver.
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.