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Peer reviewedMcCarthy, M. – Child Care, Health and Development, 1996
Argues for a child-centered approach to thinking about child cycling accidents. Helmets instill a false sense of safety in children and adults, while a profound change in the habits of adults is the only strategy that can protect children from accidents. Suggests steps for local analysis of the problem of cycling accidents. (MOK)
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Bicycling, Child Behavior, Child Health
Download full textNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (DOT), Washington, DC. – 2001
This document provides statistical information on the incidence of U.S. motor vehicle-related accidents and fatalities involving children. Data include: (1) total traffic fatalities among children 0-14 years old, by age group, 1991-2001; (2) total pedestrian fatalities among children 0-14 years old, by age group, 1991-2001; (3) total pedalcyclist…
Descriptors: Bicycling, Child Safety, Children, Death
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (DOT), Washington, DC. – 2000
This document provides statistical information on the incidence of U.S. motor vehicle-related accidents and fatalities involving children. Data include: (1) total traffic fatalities among children 0-14 years old, by age group, 1990-2000; (2) total pedestrian fatalities among children 0-14 years old, by age group, 1990-2000; (3) total pedalcyclist…
Descriptors: Bicycling, Child Safety, Children, Death
