The article on At-risk Behaviors in Accident Causation briefly explained the reasons people sometimes exhibit at-risk behavior. This short article will address what is called the ‘human factors element’. The study of human factors in the United States got its start in the Air Force. Pilots who flew aircraft often under stressful conditions would occasionally […]

The direct and sometimes indirect causes of the majority of accidents are at-risk behavior. The reason(s) for the unsafe behavior can be attributed to a number of factors that influenced the errant behavior. Not all at-risk behavior results in an accident that causes injury. At-risk behavior that results in an accident occurs when the individual: […]

Speed bumps have been used as a speed limiting measure on roadways and parking lots. Unfortunately, the inappropriate design, location and maintenance of speed bumps presents a trip hazard to pedestrians. This article provides a brief summary of the issues involved based on our experience. When walking, the normal human gait involves moving one foot […]