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A study of the accidents within the trucking industry and the effectiveness of the accident countermeasures

Creator:: Lewellyn-Barnett, Tracey A.
Abstract:: A random sample of Oregon motor carriers was selected to determine the effectiveness of the Accident Countermeasures (ACM), a process created to address the factors involved in truck accidents and recommendations a motor carrier may utilize to prevent future similar accidents from occurring. Two groups of fifty motor carriers were...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: measure the effectiveness. A total of 82 Oregon based carriers remained in the study throughout its

The effects of safety practices, technology adoption, and firm characteristics on motor carrier safety

Creator:: Dammen, Sarah J.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to identify firm safety practices, safety technologies, and firm characteristics that are related to motor carrier accident rates. The theory of the firm suggests that firms maximize profit by investing in safety practices and safety technologies until marginal cost is equal to the marginal...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Safety by Sarah J. Dammen A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University in partial fulfillment of

The use of occupational safety and health consultative services among Oregon industries

Creator:: Buresh, Daniel J.
Abstract:: The study was conducted to evaluate the use and perceived effectiveness of occupational safety and health consultative services among Oregon corporations. The three types of consultative services examined: workers' compensation insurance; private; and Oregon Occupational Safety and Health. The research examined if corporations, categorized by corporation size, within the four...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ' compensation insurance; private; and Oregon Occupational Safety and Health. The research examined if

Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual: A Guide to the Safe Use and Handling of Pesticides

Creator:: Shenk, Myron Daniel
Abstract:: This publication is for pesticide applicators, including those preparing to take certification exams and those who already are certified pesticide applicators, operators, dealers, or consultants.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual A Guide to the Safe

Low volume grade crossing treatments for the Oregon high speed rail corridor

Creator:: Zaworski, David D.
Abstract:: This study defines the information gathering and communication and response needed for safety at highway-rail crossings. It examines technologies for low-cost, high-safety treatments for low volume highway crossings of higher speed (130-200 kph) rail. Crossing closure and consolidation is a necessary first step. Existing train control and crossing safety systems...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Low volume grade crossing treatments for the Oregon high speed

Evaluating safety at Oregon‘s isolated, high-speed, signalized intersections

Creator:: Kopper, Neil H.
Abstract:: Isolated approaches at signalized intersections with posted speed limits of 45 mph or greater generally experience large numbers of rear-end and angle collisions. A combination of less attentive drivers, high operating speeds, and less than ideal intersection characteristics can result in crash frequencies well above expected rates. A number of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ODOT 2006 Amendment One for the ―Oregon Transportation Safety Action Plan‖ these high-speed

Data assessment in Oregon for SafetyAnalyst based on Highway Safety Manual Part B

Creator:: Li, Meng
Abstract:: The author of the Highway Safety Manual (HSM) Part B developed a predictive method for safety management. A software tool for highway safety system analysis called the SafetyAnalyst is developed basing on HSM Part B. The author describes an effort to evaluate the feasibility of SafetyAnalyst in Oregon. Seven sample...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Data Assessment in Oregon For SafetyAnalyst Based On Highway Safety Manual Part B 1.0

Boating in Oregon coastal waters [1982]

Creator:: Oregon. State Marine Board and Oregon State University. Extension Sea Grant Program
Abstract:: Third revised edition 1982.
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Boating in coastal waters

Creator:: Oregon. State Marine Board, Oregon State University. Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program, and United States. Coast Guard. Thirteenth District
Abstract:: Published September 1976. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . As an introduction to safety afloat, the Oregon State Marine Board's "Better Boating Course" is

Boating in Oregon coastal waters [1993]

Creator:: Oregon. State Marine Board and Oregon State University. Extension Sea Grant Program
Abstract:: 7th revised edition.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . Required Safety Equipment Both Federal and Oregon law require that you have certain safety equipment

ScholarsArchive@OSU

A study of the accidents within the trucking industry and the effectiveness of the accident countermeasures

The effects of safety practices, technology adoption, and firm characteristics on motor carrier safety

The use of occupational safety and health consultative services among Oregon industries

Oregon Pesticide Safety Education Manual: A Guide to the Safe Use and Handling of Pesticides

Low volume grade crossing treatments for the Oregon high speed rail corridor

Evaluating safety at Oregon‘s isolated, high-speed, signalized intersections

Data assessment in Oregon for SafetyAnalyst based on Highway Safety Manual Part B

Boating in Oregon coastal waters [1982]

Boating in coastal waters

Boating in Oregon coastal waters [1993]

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