Motorcycle Simulator Technology and Traffic-Related Injury Prevention: Global Health Potential

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
James Alan Balcius ◽  
Bryan A Liang
Keyword(s):  
Global Health ◽  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
The United States ◽  
Simulator Training ◽  
Vehicle Simulation ◽  
Life Years ◽  
Simulation Based ◽  
Simulator Technology

Road traffic related fatalities account for over 50% of the global deaths for individuals between ages 15 and 44 and ranks 11th in the cause of death for all age groups. It’s future impact is equally dismal: within the next decade road traffic related morbidity is projected to be the 6th leading contributor global fatalities and 3rd leading contributor to global Disability-Adjusted Life Years, disproportionately impacting the overall global burden of disease. However, national-level traffic safety intervention by global health organizations lacks programmed efforts to include vehicle simulation-based technologies as a key element of comprehensive national traffic safety programs. This is particularly true for two wheel vehicles in low and middle income countries (LMICs). Importantly, US resources in diplomacy settings are also subject to loss because of deployment into these risky settings, lack of adaptability to traffic cultures and systems locally, and limited skills training. The United States Marine Corps has utilized two wheel motorcycle simulation based technologies as part of a comprehensive education and training strategy to reduce fatalities and injuries amongst military personnel operating motorcycles off-duty. Positive experiences with motorcycle vehicle-simulator training program indicate further potential to validate impact on injury rates and efficacy of motorcycle simulator technology both for those assigned abroad and for relevant LMICs personnel. Other international professional and charitable organizations contending with similar risks abroad would also benefit from shared advances in traffic safety training utilizing motorcycle simulators. By improving traffic safety in these environments, health care resources can be shifted from expensive reactive, acute care trauma settings to investments in longer term public health infrastructures, medicines, and outreach.

scholarly journals The Global Burden of Road Injury: Its Relevance to the Emergency Physician

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sharon Chekijian ◽  
Melinda Paul ◽  
Vanessa P. Kohl ◽  
David M. Walker ◽  
Anthony J. Tomassoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Medicine ◽  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Burden Of Disease ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The United States ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Global Burden Of Disease ◽  
Road Traffic Crash ◽  
Global Burden ◽  
Road Traffic Injuries

Background. Road traffic crash fatalities in the United States are at the lowest level since 1950. The reduction in crash injury burden is attributed to several factors: public education and prevention programs, traffic safety policies and enforcement, improvements in vehicle design, and prehospital services coupled with emergency and acute trauma care. Globally, the disease burden of road traffic injuries is rising. In 1990, road traffic injuries ranked ninth in the ten leading causes of the global burden of disease. By 2030, estimates show that road traffic injuries will be the fifth leading causes of death in the world. Historically, emergency medicine has played a pivotal role in contributing to the success of the local, regional, and national traffic safety activities focused on crash and injury prevention.Objective. We report on the projected trend of the global burden of road traffic injuries and fatalities and describe ongoing global initiatives to reduce road traffic morbidity and mortality.Discussion. We present key domains where emergency medicine can contribute through international collaboration to address global road traffic-related morbidity and mortality.Conclusion. International collaborative programs and research offer important opportunities for emergency medicine physicians to make a meaningful impact on the global burden of disease.

Health Status in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Middle East and North Africa Countries: Implications for Global Health

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hossein MIRZAEI ◽  
Zhaleh ABDI ◽  
Elham AHMADNEZHAD ◽  
Mahshad GOHRIMEHR ◽  
Elham ABDALMALEKI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Middle East ◽  
Life Expectancy ◽  
Global Health ◽  
North Africa ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Life Years

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the health status of Iranians following the sustainable development goals (SDGs) introduction and to compare with those of the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA) and global. Methods: This comparative study used secondary data analysis to investigate socio-demographic and health status indicator. The sources included census, population-based surveys and death registries. The indicators in MENA were obtained from international databases including WHO, the World Bank and the Institute for Health Assessment and Evaluation (IHME). Results: Life expectancy and human development index increased following the HTP implementation. Among causes of death, 74.6% were attributed to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). There was an increasing trend in risk factors for NCDs in Iran, while at the same time Neonatal, infant and under-5 mortality rates reduced. Compared to the MENA, Iran has a lower maternal mortality ratio, neonatal, infant, and under-5 mortality rates, and a higher life expectancy. NCDs and road injuries accounted for a larger portion of disability-adjusted life years in Iran compared to the MENA and worldwide. Conclusion: Actions against communicable diseases and road traffic injuries are required together with continued efforts to address NCDs. Although Iran does not have a low global SDGs Index ranking, there is a need to develop a roadmap to accelerate achieving global health goals and SDGs implementation.

US Research into Shiphandling Simulators for Mariner Training and Licensing

1980 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 121-130
Author(s):  
Thomas J. Hammell ◽  
John S. Gardenier
Keyword(s):  
Nuclear Reactor ◽  
The United States ◽  
Coast Guard ◽  
Simulator Training ◽  
United States Coast Guard ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Training Systems ◽  
The Us ◽  
The Military ◽  
Simulator Technology

Shiphandling training simulators have come into use since 1967. Several such simulators, with differing technical characteristics and training goals, are now in use around the world. They are commonly used to familiarize already competent masters with new vessels, restricted water areas, or some form of standard bridge procedures. Acceptance of these simulators by highly experienced master trainees has been predominantly favourable. Ship radar simulators have been in use for a somewhat longer time. They are typically used for training entry level officers as well as experienced masters.The aviation and nuclear reactor industries, with a greater experience of simulator technology and its training value, use simulators for both training and licensing. The military (e.g. Navy) and other government agencies (e.g. National Aeronautics and Space Administration) have extensively used simulators for training and qualification. It has been suggested (Schumacker, Madsen and Nicastro, 1972; IMCO Standards of Training and Watchkeeping Convention of 1978, Resolution 17) that simulators could be used for proficiency demonstration on the part of mariners. The US Port and Tanker Safety Act of 1978 requires standards for licence qualifications by use of simulators.The United States Coast Guard and Maritime Administration have funded research into the role, technology, and effectiveness of ship-handling simulators. Depending partly on conclusions from this research, the Coast Guard will consider partial credit toward licences for successful completion of approved simulator training. The Maritime Administration may assist maritime training academies to design and procure simulator-based training systems.

scholarly journals Bibliometric analysis of road traffic injuries research in the Gulf Cooperation Council region

F1000Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 1155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farhan Muhammad Butt ◽  
Murtaza Ashiq ◽  
Shafiq Ur Rehman ◽  
Khurram Shahid Minhas ◽  
Muhammad Ajmal Khan
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Bibliometric Analysis ◽  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The United States ◽  
Gulf Cooperation Council ◽  
Road Traffic Crash ◽  
Productivity Level ◽  
Road Traffic Injuries ◽  
Road Traffic Safety

Background: Despite governmental interventions, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region continues to experience higher road traffic crash and fatality rates relative to Western nations. This trend suggests a potential disconnect between Road Traffic Injuries (RTI) research and the mitigation measures put in place. Method: Here, we present an in-depth bibliometric analysis to obtain a comprehensive understanding of RTI research in the GCC region. The Web of Science database was used to search and retrieve the relevant articles during the period of 1981-2019. Results: The volume of RTI research increased from 2015–2019, suggesting an increased focus on traffic safety in the GCC region. Saudi Arabia had the highest RTI research productivity level (126 publications); Bahrain had the lowest (7 publications). Inconsistent with its low publication volume, Hammad Medical Corps of Qatar had the highest citation impact score of 16.33. Global collaboration for RTI research was highest between Saudi Arabia and the United States. The most prevalent publication journal for the region was Accident Analysis and Prevention. The most common keywords were “road traffic accidents” and “road traffic injuries”; terms such as “mobile phones”, “pedestrian safety”, “pedestrians”, and “distracted driving” were least common. In the five most productive GCC nations with respect to RTI research (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman), researchers tended to publish works related to road traffic safety in traffic safety-oriented journals. Conclusions: The quantity and quality of RTI publications in GCC is insufficient to meet the increasing related public health and economic burden in the region. The trends among publication volumes, citations, and impact were inconsistent. There is a lack of research collaboration among the institutions. Most of the research related to RTI is being conducted by researchers with a medical background. Research focusing on pedestrians, cyclists and road user behavior is also inadequate.

Heavy truck driving attitude and behavior contributing to road traffic accidents

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Tarek M. Esmael ◽  
Abdulamajeed Al Amri ◽  
Tariq Al Anazi ◽  
Saleh Al Attawi ◽  
Hany Hosny ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The United States ◽  
Alcoholic Beverages ◽  
World Health ◽  
Road Traffic Accidents ◽  
World Health Survey ◽  
Life Years ◽  
The World

According to the World Health Organisation, road traffic accidents are the leading cause of most emergency  admissions in hospitals worldwide. Many people have indicated that road traffic collisions are a significant contributor to DALYs lost. For example, according to the World Health Survey in 2010, road traffic events have been reported as the ninth most common cause of injury-modified life years (DALYs) lost across all age and gender classes. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that one out of every 10 deaths in the world are caused by road traffic accidents. More than 200,000 people are killed in the United States each year from different reasons. The number of disabled people related to this disease will grow even further by 2020. There are nearly 1.5 million out of about 47 million people who are wounded in the highways every year in the United States Drivers were found to be more likely to saddle up for the journey as they set out on main roads. Car seat-belts can make driving more safe by reducing the effect made on the drivers and the passengers in the car. The driver's mood about the problem of distracted driving can be a critical factor in avoiding road traffic accidents. To be safe, drivers should have at least one restful day a week, should not drive for more than eight hours a day, should not travel more than 800 kilometers a day, and will need to have routine checks so that everything is going well and is running properly. Traffic laws, traffic signs, other vehicles, and many other items when on the road; drivers should not eat any nourishment, they should not consume any quantity of alcoholic beverages, they should not use electronic cigarettes, they should not put their mobile phones on.

scholarly journals The influence of cognitive and psychomotoric functioning on road traffic safety found on simulation-based research

2018 ◽  
Vol 231 ◽  
pp. 04008
Author(s):  
Ewa Odachowska ◽  
Monika Ucińska ◽  
Kamila Gąsiorek
Keyword(s):  
Information Processing ◽  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The Other ◽  
Safe Driving ◽  
Road Traffic Safety ◽  
Simulation Based ◽  
The Senses ◽  
Reaction Processes ◽  
Memory Structures

Perceptual and attention processes involved in information processing are engaged during every single activity taken by an individual, including driving a vehicle. They are considered to be one of the most important driver characteristics. It is assumed that safe driving consists of quick and accurate spotting and isolating events important for road traffic safety. The other crucial factor is the reduction of the information excess coming to human in one certain moment. Thanks to that, only an important part of stimuli reaching the senses is perceived in a way enabling the use of certain information from memory structures and the launch of further reaction processes.

scholarly journals Bibliometric analysis of road traffic injuries research in the Gulf Cooperation Council region

F1000Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 1155
Author(s):  
Farhan Muhammad Butt ◽  
Murtaza Ashiq ◽  
Shafiq Ur Rehman ◽  
Khurram Shahid Minhas ◽  
Muhammad Ajmal Khan
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Bibliometric Analysis ◽  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The United States ◽  
Gulf Cooperation Council ◽  
Road Traffic Crash ◽  
Productivity Level ◽  
Road Traffic Injuries ◽  
Road Traffic Safety

Background: Despite governmental interventions, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region continues to experience higher road traffic crash and fatality rates relative to Western nations. This trend suggests a potential disconnect between Road Traffic Injuries (RTI) research and the mitigation measures put in place. Method: Here, we present an in-depth bibliometric analysis to obtain a comprehensive understanding of RTI research in the GCC region. The Web of Science database was used to search and retrieve the relevant articles during the period of 1981-2019. Results: The volume of RTI research increased from 2015–2019, suggesting an increased focus on traffic safety in the GCC region. Saudi Arabia had the highest RTI research productivity level (126 publications); Bahrain had the lowest (7 publications). Inconsistent with its low publication volume, Hammad Medical Corps of Qatar had the highest citation impact score of 16.33. Global collaboration for RTI research was highest between Saudi Arabia and the United States. The most prevalent publication journal for the region was Accident Analysis and Prevention. The most common keywords were “road traffic accidents” and “road traffic injuries”; terms such as “mobile phones”, “pedestrian safety”, “pedestrians”, and “distracted driving” were least common. In the five most productive GCC nations with respect to RTI research (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman), researchers tended to publish works related to road traffic safety in traffic safety-oriented journals. Conclusions: The quantity and quality of RTI publications in GCC is insufficient to meet the increasing related public health and economic burden in the region. The trends among publication volumes, citations, and impact were inconsistent. There is a lack of research collaboration among the institutions. Most of the research related to RTI is being conducted by researchers with a medical background. Research focusing on pedestrians, cyclists and road user behavior is also inadequate.

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