In this guideline, there are recommendations regarding specific partner groups like old road users to implement a comprehensive highway safety program.
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Uniform Guidelines for State highway Safety Programs — National (04/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationNCHRP 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).
The Safer Streets Priority Finder — National
Source: Local ProgramThis site enables you to analyze this risk to vulnerable road users (bicyclists and pedestrians on your community roads.)
Pedestrian Bicycle Safety Resources for Older Americans Month — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationGetting to the Curb — National
Source: Local ProgramA guide to building protected bike lanes that work for pedestrians
Bikeability Checklist — National
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA bikeability checklist provides tips for bikers on how to stay safe in their community.
Bikeability Checklist — National
Source: US Department of TransportationBikeChecklist is a checklist to rate your neighborhood's bikeability.
Safety Issues & Recalls — National
Source: US Department of TransportationEvery Vehicle has a unique VIN. Enter a VIN to learn f a specific vehicle need to be repaired as part of a recall.