| Title | Pilot Test of a Methodology for an Observation Survey of Motorcycle Personal Protective Equipment |
|---|---|
| Record ID | 80662 |
| Personal Name Creator |
Benedick, A.; De Leonardis, Doreen; Green, J; Petraglia, Elizabeth |
| Corporate Creator | Westat, Inc. |
| Corporate Contributor |
United States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Office of Behavioral Safety Research |
| Publisher | United States. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Office of Behavioral Safety Research |
| Publication Date | 20210501 |
| Language | English |
| Abstract | This project addressed the need for information on use of motorcycle personal protective equipment (PPE), including the use of certified helmets, sturdy jackets and pants, over-the-ankle boots, and riding gloves. Although motorcycle safety advocates and safety programs encourage the use of PPE, the use rate is not well known or easily determined. This project sought to develop a methodology suitable for jurisdictions to use when seeking data on the motorcycle PPE usage, and to produce a valid assessment of PPE. The methodology was deployed in Florida across two rounds of data collection. The project outcome supports motorcycle safety programs and highway safety offices in their efforts to obtain information on the use rate of motorcycle safety gear. |
| Rosap ID | dot:55732 |
| Rosap URL | https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/55732 |
| TRT Terms | Evaluation; Motorcycle helmets; Motorcycles; Motorcyclists; Safety programs; Surveys; Traffic safety; Training programs; Protective clothing; Helmets |
| Geographical Coverage |
United States |
| TRIS Online Accession No |
1773391 |
| Contract Number | DTNH22-11-D000222L/0007 |
| Report Number | DOT HS 813 062 |
| Resource type | Tech Report |
| URL | https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/80000/80600/80662/15035_MCObservationSurvey_050421_v7_tag.pdf |
| Format | |
| Database | NTL Digital Repository |