AbstractIntroductionThere is evidence suggesting that the problem of fatigued or drowsy driving is an important contributor to road crashes. However, not much is known about public perceptions of the issue. The purpose of this study was to obtain information on attitudes, opinions, and professed practices related to fatigued or drowsy driving.MethodsThe data were gathered by means of a public opinion poll among a representative sample of 750 Ontario drivers.ResultsA majority of drivers (58.6%) admitted that they occasionally drive while fatigued or drowsy. Of greater importance, 14.5% of respondents admitted that they had fallen asleep or “nodded off” while driving during the past year. Nearly 2% were involved in a fatigue or drowsy driving related crash in the past year. Respondents were also asked about measures they take to overcome fatigue or drowsiness. Results indicate that relatively ineffective measures such as opening the window or playing music are the most popular; the most effective preventive measure - taking a rest — is the least popular.DiscussionThe prevalence of the behavior, coupled with the ineffective prevention measures favored by the public suggest there is a need for increasing their level of awareness and knowledge about the problem.Impact on IndustryResults from this study further emphasize the importance of increasing the fatigued and drowsy driving knowledge base and the need to educate the public about it.


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    Titel :

    Fatigued and drowsy driving: A survey of attitudes, opinions and behaviors


    Beteiligte:
    Vanlaar, Ward (Autor:in) / Simpson, Herb (Autor:in) / Mayhew, Dan (Autor:in) / Robertson, Robyn (Autor:in)

    Erschienen in:

    Journal of Safety Research ; 39 , 3 ; 303-309


    Erscheinungsdatum :

    2007-12-12


    Format / Umfang :

    7 pages




    Medientyp :

    Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)


    Format :

    Elektronische Ressource


    Sprache :

    Englisch






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