The rise in motorcyclist injuries and fatalities over the past decade has placed greater emphasis on the role State motorcycle safety programs may play in making roadways safer for riders. From programs targeted at motorcyclists to comprehensive training for law enforcement and court personnel, State programs are tasked with implementing and monitoring a range of safety policies and procedures. This report describes the current efforts States are undertaking to promote motorcycle safety, drawing on a survey received from State Highway Safety Offices (SHSOs) and State motorcycle safety administrators (SMSAs) in 45 States.1 The results presented in this report provide a picture of recent accomplishments made by States related to motorcycle safety. The data presented is based on State-level, self-reported information. The strategies employed by States to promote motorcycle safety are classified using the following seven main topic areas: Program management; Law enforcement programs; Information and education campaigns; Personal protective equipment and conspicuity; Motorcycle rider licensing; Motorcycle rider education and training; and SAFETEA-LU Section 2010 grant program funds. The seven substantive sections of this report review the policies and procedures implemented by States in each of these topic areas. (Author/publisher)
Samenvatting