Research initiatives to improve the visibility and hence safety of road workers at night-time
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01/05/2010
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Resumo |
Research has demonstrated the benefits that clothing incorporating retroreflective markers can provide in significantly improving visibility and reducing accidents, especially at night. Adding biomotion markings to standard vests can enhance the night-time conspicuity of roadway workers by capitalizing on perceptual capabilities. |
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Publicador |
Australasian College of Road Safety |
Relação |
Wood, Joanne M. & King, Mark J. (2010) Research initiatives to improve the visibility and hence safety of road workers at night-time. Journal of the Australasian College of Road Safety, 21(2), pp. 23-24. |
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Copyright 2010 Australasian College of Road Safety |
Fonte |
Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety - Qld (CARRS-Q); Faculty of Health; Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation; School of Optometry & Vision Science; School of Psychology & Counselling |
Palavras-Chave | #Pedestrian accidents #Reflective materials #Road construction workers Safety measures #Roads #Protection #Australia #Automobile driving at night |
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Journal Article |