| Driver Distraction: Theory, Effects, and Mitigation Contributor(s): Regan, Michael A. (Editor), Lee, John D. (Editor), Young, Kristie (Editor) |
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ISBN: 084937426X ISBN-13: 9780849374265 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $190.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2008 Annotation: Certain activities and events both inside and outside a vehicle can distract drivers and lead to degraded performance. New technologies - such as information and communication devices - can play a significant role in distraction. This unique volume defines driver distraction, discusses various causes, and explains how to measure acceptable and unacceptable levels of distraction. Several chapters address measurement techniques based on performance and epidemiological studies. Most importantly, the text explores ways to mitigate driver distraction through a range of countermeasures including vehicle design, effective legislation and driver education and training. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Industrial Health & Safety - Technology & Engineering | Civil - Transportation |
| Dewey: 363.124 |
| LCCN: 2008014178 |
| Physical Information: 1.5" H x 6.4" W x 9.3" (2.25 lbs) 672 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A Practical Resource for Understanding, Preventing, and Managing Driver Distraction It is estimated that up to 23 percent of crashes and near-crashes are caused by driver distraction, and these figures will likely increase as more and more distractions, both inside and outside the vehicle, compete for driver attention. Driver Distraction: Theory, Effects, and Mitigation gives a comprehensive overview of this issue, outlining the underlying theory of distraction, its effects on driving performance and safety, strategies for mitigating its effects, and directions for future research. It also brings together the wide array of literature on the topic into one, all-inclusive volume. Includes Recommendations for Managing Distractions in the Technological Age This comprehensive volume reviews the full range of distracting activities that occur while driving, and available ergonomic methods, guidelines, and checklists for the measurement and mitigation of driver distraction. It also recommends ways to manage distraction through enhanced data collection and analysis, driver education and training, driver licensing, legislation and enforcement, vehicle design, road design, company policies, and future research. Beneficial for a broad audience, including:
This work comes at a critical time when road safety authorities are just beginning to recognize the importance of driver distraction as a road safety issue. With balanced and practical guidance, it aims to prevent driver distraction from escalating into an even more significant problem. |