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Public Meeting # 2 6-7:30 p . m ., Saturday , May 16 , 2024 George W . Hawkes Downtown Library 100 S . Center Street , Arlington
Strategy 5 : Address human vulnerability Definition : Human bodies have physical limits for tolerating crash forces before death or serious injury occurs ; therefore , it is critical to design and operate a human-centric transportation system that protects physical human vulnerabilities from high speeds .
Strategy 6 : Work toward a shared goal Definition : All parties within the system – including government at all levels , private industry ( e . g ., vehicle manufacturers , consulting firms , etc .), non-profit / advocacy organizations , the healthcare system , first responders , researchers , and the public – are vital to preventing fatalities and serious injuries .
Strategy 7 : Create a culture of safety Definition : Road users have increased responsibility for actions that help to ensure the safety of themselves and of all other road users around them .
Safety Countermeasures Mason stated that some proven countermeasures to reduce fatal and serious crashes include :
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