The Handbook of Road Safety Measures

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Author : Rune Elvik
Genre : Transportation

Summary : Contains summaries of the knowledge regarding the effects of 128 road safety measures. This title covers various areas of road safety including: traffic control; vehicle inspection; driver training; publicity campaigns; police enforcement; and, general policy instruments. It also covers topics such as post-accident care, and speed cameras.

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Author : Rune Elvik
Genre : Technology & Engineering

Summary : Road safety can be improved. This book tells you how to do it. It is a catalogue of more than 100 road safety measures whose effect have been evaluated and quantified in studies made all over the world. The results of more than 1,700 road safety evaluation studies are summarised in this book. It covers the whole spectrum of road safety measures, ranging from highway engineering and traffic control, through vehicle design, driver training, public information campaigns and police enforcement.

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Genre : Automobiles

Summary : "The goal of SUPREME was to collect, analyse, summarise and publish best practices in road safety in the Member States of the European Union, as well as in Switzerland and Norway. This document is a collection of best practices at national scale and aims to present the project's results to national/regional policy and decision makers across Europe, thereby encouraging the adoption of successful road safety strategies and measures."--Editor.

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Author : C. P. Kumar
Genre : Self-Help

Summary : "A Guide to Road Safety and Accident Prevention" is a comprehensive handbook that delves into the multifaceted realm of road safety, offering invaluable insights and practical guidance to reduce the devastating toll of road accidents. With a meticulously structured approach, this book explores various facets of road safety, from understanding the significance of road accidents and dissecting traffic rules and regulations to examining vehicle-related causes, roadway conditions, and the critical human factors contributing to accidents. It also sheds light on the importance of speed limits, the dangers of impaired driving and substance abuse, and the pervasive issue of distraction and inattention. In addition, the book addresses the safety concerns of pedestrians, cyclists, children, and teenagers, while emphasizing the role of road safety education and administrative measures. Furthermore, it discusses emergency response and medical care, rehabilitation, and the need to transform societal apathy into a proactive attitude towards road safety. With case studies and success stories from around the world, this book serves as an indispensable resource for anyone committed to making our roads safer.

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Author : Amit Agrawal
Genre : Crash injuries

Summary : Road space is shared by multiple vehicles (i.e. cars, taxis, buses, trucks, motorcycles, and mopeds), pedestrians, animals and many other categories of travellers. Easy availability of motor vehicles and advancements in their technology has made road travel easy; on the other hand, this has also resulted in a significant increase in the number of motor vehicle related injuries. Road traffic related injuries remain an important public health problem globally. It has been estimated that approximately 1.25 million people succumb to road traffic injuries annually worldwide, and between 20 and 50 million people sustain non-fatal injuries. It is a cause of great concern that 59% of the severely injured population is young adults aged between the age of 15 and 44 years. At present, globally road traffic injuries are ranked as the eighth leading cause of mortality, and if the current trends continues, it is expected to be the seventh leading cause of mortality at the global level by 2030. Road traffic safety is one of the most significant concerns of the United Nations and a 5-tiered approach has been proposed to combat traffic accidents and fatalities. This includes improvements in health care services focusing on injury care, road safety management, road network safety, vehicular safety, and implementation of road safety legislation. Changes in practices like speed control, use of seatbelts and helmets, respecting traffic signals and signs, avoiding drunken driving (or use of drugs), following traffic rules (lane driving) and avoiding mobile phones while driving are some of the behavioural changes that can bring about a significant reduction in the number of road traffic related injuries. The present book consists of fifteen chapters related to various aspects concerning road traffic and safety, including epidemiology of road traffic injuries, occupant protection and safety devices, risk factors, a manual of safety measures, road safety in hilly terrain and conflict zones, prevention of head injuries, the role of alcohol and bicycle related injuries. The authors hope that the book shall help the readers to get an overview of various aspects related to global road traffic and safety.

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Author : Michael Ramirez
Genre : Transportation

Summary : Empower yourself with the knowledge of safe and responsible driving through the 'California Driver’s Handbook: Staying Informed - Traffic Laws, Signs, and Safety Measures.' This comprehensive guide is your essential companion for navigating the intricate landscape of California's roads with confidence and awareness. Unlock the secrets of understanding and obeying traffic laws that shape the highways and byways of the Golden State. From speed limits to right-of-way rules, this handbook provides clear explanations of the regulations that govern your driving experience. Delve into the world of traffic signs and symbols, deciphering their meanings and implications to ensure you're always well-prepared to make informed decisions. Whether it's a yield sign, a stop sign, or a caution indicator, these manuscripts provide a comprehensive breakdown of the visual language that guides your journey. Explore safety measures that protect both you and your fellow motorists, from proper seatbelt usage to the importance of maintaining a safe following distance. Discover strategies to avoid distractions, navigate adverse weather conditions, and handle unexpected situations with poise and precision. Whether you're a new driver embarking on your journey or a seasoned motorist seeking to refresh your knowledge, the 'California Driver’s Handbook: Staying Informed - Traffic Laws, Signs, and Safety Measures' empowers you to be a vigilant, informed driver capable of confidently navigating California's roads while prioritizing the safety of yourself and others

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Author : Karin Edvardsson Björnberg
Genre : Political Science

Summary : This open access handbook provides a comprehensive treatment of Vision Zero, an innovative policy on public road safety developed in Sweden. Covering all the major topics of the subject, the book starts out with a thorough examination of the philosophy, ideas and principles behind Vision Zero. It looks at conditions for the effectiveness of the policy, principles of safety and responsibility as well as critique on the policy. Next, the handbook focuses on how the Vision Zero ideas have been received and implemented in various legislations and countries worldwide. It takes into account the way Vision Zero is looked at in the context of international organizations such as the WHO, the UN, and the OECD. This allows for a comparison of systems, models and effects. The third part of the handbook discusses the management and leadership aspects, including ISO standards, equity issues, other goals for traffic and transportation, and opportunities for the car industry. Part four delves into tools, technologies and organizational measures that contribute to the implementation of Vision Zero in road traffic. Examples of specific elements discussed are urban and rural road designs, human factor designs, and avoiding drunk and distracted driving. The final part of the handbook offers perspectives on the transfer of Vision Zero policy to other areas, ranging from air traffic to suicide prevention and nuclear energy. Vision Zero is a public road safety policy including both a long-term goal that no one shall be killed or seriously injured as a consequence of accidents in road traffic and a safety principle stating that the design and function of the road transport system shall be adapted to meet the requirements that follow from that goal. It is a new road safety paradigm which has resulted in new types of responsibilities among stakeholders, technological innovations, and new strategies and organizational measures to achieve a safe system. The road safety work based on Vision Zero has shown promising results, and although Sweden has not yet reached a safe system, the number of fatalities and severe injuries has decreased substantially. This is an open access book.