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Toolbox of Countermeasures and Their Potential Effectiveness for Pedestrian Crashes

Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
This issue brief documents estimates of the crash reduction that might be expected if a specific countermeasure or group of countermeasures is implemented with respect to pedestrian crashes. The crash reduction estimates are presented as Crash Reduction Factors (
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Lista de Condiciones para Caminar (Spanish Walkability Checklist)

Source: California Walk to School Day
This is a Spanish-language version of a Walkability Checklist, designed for parents and children to assess their route to school.
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Pedestrian Safety Guide for Transit Agencies

Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
This guide is intended for transit agency staff looking to improve pedestrian safety and access near transit stations, bus stops, and other transit locations.
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New Zealand Pedestrian Profile

Source: National Pedestrian Project of New Zealand
This Profile aims to make visible the extent and importance of pedestrian activity and injury in New Zealand.
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Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV) Online Library

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
This searchable database provides a one-stop location for all of SWOV-produced research materials.
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Dutch Data Sources

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
Provides links to dozens of organizations and data sources that SWOV uses in its research.
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Database of Dutch Laws for Various Travel Modes

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
This database of laws and measures can be searched by multiple variables, including mode of travel, time period, and type of law.
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Bicycle Facilities on Road Segments and Intersections of Distributor Roads

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
The issue of separating bicycle facilities from motorized traffic is discussed, with both pros and cons considered.
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Bicycle Helmets

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
The report outlines the importance of bicycle helmets, from good fit to frequent use, and gives statistics related to their use.
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Cyclists

Source: Institute for Road Safety Research (SWOV)
This paper introduces cyclists as a vulnerable road user, and outlines specific vulnerabilities and ways to accommodate their needs.
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