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Time to be Bold — National
Source: ExpertTraffic Safety Fact - Pedestrian- 2019 — National
Source: US Department of TransportationThis fact sheet defines a pedestrian as any person on foot, walking, running, jogging, hiking, sitting, or lying down who is involved in a motor vehicle traffic crash.
Walkability Checklist — National
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA’s Walkability Checklist is a checklist to rate your neighborhood’s walkability.
Driver Safety Questionnaire — National
Source: ExpertAn interactive tool on older adults driving safety information for the public and caregivers.
African- American Seat Belt Safety Toolkit — National
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA is raising awareness about the dangers associated with not wearing a seat belt and convincing these unbelted occupants to buckle up.
Grandparents & Safety Car Seat Safety — National
Source: US Department of TransportationToday, Many grandparents are their grandchildren's caretakers and may be responsible for correctly installing and using car seats.
Stepping Out as an Older Adult - Be Healthy, Walk Safely — National
Source: US Department of TransportationWhether you are stepping out to exercise, run errands, or both, make sure you maintain your safety while enjoying the health benefits of walking.
GrandDriver for Healthcare Providers — National
Source: Expert"As healthcare providers know, a patient’s wellbeing goes beyond the physician’s office. With more than 15,000 senior driver-related crashes on Virginia roads, talk to your patients about the impacts of age-related change on one’s driving ability.
As a trusted source to your patients, you can empower them to use the tools they need to stay safe and independent on the road."
DrandDriver for Law Enforcement — National
Source: ExpertWith the number of seniors dramatically increasing each year, any professional who works in law enforcement – from judges to police officers – needs to be prepared with resources and tools that keep older drivers safe.
Safety on Maryland Roads — Maryland
Source: US Department of TransportationCrashes are no accident. Last year, more than 500 lives were lost on our roadways and thousands of others were injured. The only acceptable number is zero. MDOT MVA’s Highway Safety Office is working to change behaviors that lead to careless and irresponsible driving. You can help by always buckling up, never driving impaired, and always keeping your eyes on the road.
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