Melbourne is home to the world’s largest tram network, but sharing the road with cars brings safety challenges. A Monash University study (Naznin et al., 2016) delves into the factors contributing to tram-involved serious injury crashes.
A few of the key findings:
🦏 From 2009 to 2013, Melbourne recorded over 4,800 tram-related collisions, with nearly 8% resulting in fatal or serious injuries (FSI).
🦏 Most FSI crashes involved pedestrians struck by trams, highlighting the need for enhanced safety measures at tram stops and crossings.
🦏 U-turns and right turns in front of trams pose significant risks and require targeted interventions.
🦏 Analysing crash severity through vehicle, road, environmental, and driver factors can help pinpoint risks and develop effective, targeted safety strategies.
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