Occupant Protection Issuer Among Older Drivers and Passengers: Volume 2 Appendices(Report)

The results of a study designed to identify what can be done to increase seat belt use among adults 65 and older.  It involved a literature review, discussions with experts, data analyses, focus groups, and a human factors study.  A number of recommendations were made based on the results.
   
IMPLICATIONS FOR HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY:  Rapid growth in the older adult population, and the trend of extending driving into later years, portend major increases in crash fatalities and injuries for that population unless action is taken.  One important step would be to increase their belt usage.  This report identifies problem issues in doing so, and recommends approaches on how to overcome the obstacles.