Citation

Baerwald JE. Int. J. Environ. Stud. 1972; 3(1-4): 209-215.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1972, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/00207237208709517

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The author discusses the three main elements of the highway safety problem--human, vehicle and roadway--with special attention to recent accident information, subsequent research activities, and remedial programs. Both accident occurrence and preventative countermeasures are considered within the framework of a three‐phase sequence; precrash, crash, and postcrash phases. Methods for identifying and controlling problem drivers (especially intoxicated drivers), improved 'packaging' systems for vehicle occupants, and increasing the crash‐worthy qualities of motor vehicles are summarized. The Experimental Safety Vehicle Program is cited as an example of the type of international cooperation that should be expanded with participation by all nations.