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Citation

Solomon SS. J. Am. Optom. Assoc. 1990; 61(11): 827-831.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, American Optometric Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2081824

Abstract

Fire departments have long used red as the traditional color for fire apparatus and have been reluctant to change. Optometric research and literature offers ample proof that red is a poorly detected color. This paper views the shortcomings of red. Simultaneously, it reports that the ancillary equipment and markings used to make fire vehicles detectable are not as effective as previously thought. These safety measures include flashing lights, strobe lights, retroreflective material, and audible alarms. Lime-yellow has been found to be a distinctive, highly visible safety color. Research reveals it can reduce or prevent serious fire apparatus accidents through early detection.


Language: en

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