Citation

Mohan D, Kothiyal KP, Misra BK, Banerji AK. Proc. IRCOBI 1984; 12: 65-77.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1984, International Research Council on Biomechanics of Injury)

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Abstract

This paper presents the results of studies conducted in Delhi, India, on the pattern of motorized-two-wheeler and helmet use patterns, injuries to two-wheeler crash victims hospitalized in a neurosurgery ward, police reported fatal crashes and biomechanical evaluation of crash involved motorcycle helmets. The results indicate that in the absence of a law, education alone does not convince riders to use helmets in Delhi and that lack of driver training does not seem to be a factor contributing to serious injury and fatal crashes. Conspicuity and better helmet design are the two most important safety measures for motorcycle and scooter riders. (Author/TRRL)