Comment:
Statistics and understanding of the effect of distraction on pedestrians and drivers in accidents and crashes. Discussion includes section on teens specifically and distracted walking and driving.

Last Updated (Year): 2015

Year Produced: 2015

Abstract:

In January 2015 the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) surveyed 40 State Highway Offices on their pedestrian safety programs, laws, and policies. This document presents State measures addressing pedestrian safety, distraction, educating roadway users, enforcing laws, and funding. Included in this report are 21 key points for States to consider when developing pedestrian policies.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Evaluation

Ped Bike Activity:

• Community Engagement
• Assessment

Ped Bike Topic:

• User Characteristics
• Statistics
• Injuries
• Fatalities
• Data
• Crashes
• Children
• Assessment

Resource Type:

• Information

Link to Content Source:

Everyone Walks