scholarly journals Use of seat belts among public transport drivers in Tacna, Peru: Prevalence and risk factors

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. e0251794
Author(s):  
Armando Miñan-Tapia ◽  
Gloria S. Torres-Riveros ◽  
José Choque-Vargas ◽  
Madeleyni Aycachi-Incacoña ◽  
Neil Flores-Valdez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Seat Belt ◽  
Medical Attention ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Seat Belts ◽  
Intervention Measures

Introduction There are individuals who still refuse to wear seat belts, despite its effectiveness in reducing morbidity and mortality in road traffic accidents. We aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors according to the use of seat belts among public transport drivers in Tacna, Peru. Methodology This analytical transversal study was carried out among public transport drivers (buses and taxis) in a Peruvian city. Questionnaires were used to evaluate the general and occupational characteristics and the use of seat belts (observed). Descriptive statistics and risk factors were obtained, these latter through generalized linear models. Results Of the 460 drivers, 77% used their seat belts, with a difference in use depending on the type of public transport (p<0.001). In the multivariate model, the risk of not using the belt was associated with the following: older age (p<0.001), having complete studies (p<0.001), a higher level/category of driving license (3 categories had p<0.001), having a higher number of previous road traffic accidents (p = 0.011), and received medical attention in that accident (p<0.001), those who reported using a cell phone while driving (p = 0.005), if the co-driver’s belt had 3 anchorage points (p<0.001), and working for > 5 hours that day (p = 0.002). However, male drivers and those who had their belt with 3 anchorage points had greater use (both p<0.001). Conclusions One in five drivers did not use a seat belt, and important characteristics of those who did not comply with this traffic law were evaluated to generate control and intervention measures.

scholarly journals Use of seat belts among public transport drivers in Tacna, Peru: Prevalence and risk factors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Armando Miñan-Tapia ◽  
Gloria S. Torres-Riveros ◽  
José Choque-Vargas ◽  
Madeleyni Aycachi-Incacoña ◽  
Neil Flores-Valdez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Seat Belt ◽  
Medical Attention ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Seat Belts ◽  
Intervention Measures

AbstractIntroductionThere are individuals who still refuse to wear seat belts, despite its effectiveness in reducing morbidity and mortality in road traffic accidents. We aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors according to the use of seat belts among public transport drivers in Tacna, Peru.MethodologyThis analytical transversal study was carried out among public transport drivers (buses and taxis) in a Peruvian city. Questionnaires were used to evaluate the general and occupational characteristics and the use of seat belts (observed). Descriptive statistics and risk factors were obtained, these latter through generalized linear models.ResultsOf the 460 drivers, 77% used their seat belts, with a difference in use depending on the type of public transport (p<0.001). In the multivariate model, the risk of not using the belt was associated with the following: older age (p<0.001), having complete studies (p<0.001), a higher level/category of driving license (3 categories had p<0.001), having a higher number of previous road traffic accidents (p=0.011), and received medical attention in that accident (p<0.001), those who reported using a cell phone while driving (p=0.005), if the co-driver’s belt had 3 anchorage points (p<0.001), and working for > 5 hours that day (p=0.002). However, male drivers and those who had their belt with 3 anchorage points had greater use (both p<0.001).ConclusionsOne in five drivers did not use a seat belt, and important characteristics of those who did not comply with this traffic law were evaluated to generate control and intervention measures.

Risk factors for fatal road traffic accidents in Udine, Italy

2002 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesca Valent ◽  
Flavio Schiava ◽  
Cecilia Savonitto ◽  
Tolinda Gallo ◽  
Silvio Brusaferro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents

scholarly journals Serious Eye Injury from Windscreen Contact

1983 ◽  
Vol 76 (11) ◽  
pp. 911-916 ◽  
Author(s):  
S J Keightley
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
National Health Service ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Eye Injury ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Seat Belts ◽  
Retrospective Survey ◽  
The Cost

A retrospective survey was carried out of serious eye injury caused by windscreen contact in road traffic accidents over a 6–year period. All 15 patients had contacted toughened windscreens, and all but one did not wear seat belts. The cost in terms of pounds sterling paid out by the National Health Service, and also the cost in terms of visual handicap were assessed. It was found that of the 15 patients admitted during this time, the treatment of the large majority cost at least twice as much as that for patients undergoing routine cataract surgery. This was primarily due to the longer hospitalization necessary. Only 2 patients retained a visual acuity of 6/6.

Seat belts: a study of their use by the victims of road traffic accidents

Injury ◽  
1977 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 269-273 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Whelan ◽  
Christopher E. Ackroyd
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Seat Belts

scholarly journals RISK FACTORS IN ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENT IN THE CITY OF PALU, INDONESIA

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-29
Author(s):  
Adhar Arifuddin ◽  
Muhammad Ryman Napirah ◽  
Nur Asfin H.S
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Driving Safety ◽  
Speed Limit ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Control Approach ◽  
Driving License ◽  
Background Traffic ◽  
The City

Background: Traffic accidents are unpredictable events when they occurred. Thus, understanding the risk factors in road traffic injuries is needed.Objective: This study aims to analyze the risk factors in road traffic accidents in the city of Palu.Methods: This was an observational analytic study using case-control approach with sample of 182 respondents consisting of 91 cases and 91 controls. Purposive sampling was used based on a certain considerations made by the researchers themselves. Data were tested with Odds Ratio and analyzed by univariate and bivariate with a confidence level of 95%.Results: The results showed that the scatterbrained factor (OR = 3.180 95% CI 1.669 to 6.059), undisciplined behavior (OR = 11.990 at 95% CI 5.956 to 24.138), exceeding speed limit (OR = 4.230 95% CI 2.204 to 8.118 ), and no driving license (OR = 10.455 at 95% CI 5.274 to 20.722).Conclusion: This study concludes that the scatterbrained factor, undisciplined behavior, exceeding the speed limit, and no driving license are the risk factors for road traffic accidents in the city of Palu. It is recommended that all parties to cooperate with the good for the sake of safety and driving safety as well as prevention of road traffic accidents.  

scholarly journals Maxillofacial Injuries Due to Road Traffic Accidents in Saudi Arabia: A Review of Incidence, Demographic Factors & Prevention Strategies

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 1386
Author(s):  
Kamran Bokhari Syed
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Seat Belt ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Traffic Monitoring ◽  
World Health ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
Maxillofacial Injuries

<p><strong>Background</strong>: World Health Organization has estimated that nearly 25% of all injuries fatalities worldwide are a result of road traffic crashes with 90% of the fatalities occurring in low and middle income countries. Trauma in Saudi Arabia is a major public health problem with increasing rates of mortality and morbidity.</p><p><strong>Objectives</strong>: To review the incidence of maxillofacial injuries due to road traffic accidents in Saudi Arabia and to highlight the etiological factors, the current preventive strategies and suggestions to reduce such injuries.</p><p><strong>Material and Methods</strong>: This review was conducted through literature search over a period of 25 years. The key words included in the search include road traffic injuries, maxillofacial trauma, Saudi Arabia. The search was conducted through search engines and which included Google, science direct, pub med. A total of 56 reference articles and web pages were reviewed. 31 of these references are cited in this review. The demographic factors involved in road traffic accidents, the existing legislation in the country as cited in the literature, primary care system and recent advances in management are highlighted in this review article.</p><p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Trauma is a preventable cause of death, morbidity, depression and unemployment. Simple measures such as seat belt legislation, traffic monitoring, creation of awareness among youth will significantly bring down loss of lives. This will create a better society to live and enjoy life.</p>

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