Specifications include, but are not limited to:. The objectives of this research are to (1) identify the key causal factors of public transit bus collisions with motorized vehicles, nonmotorized vehicles, pedestrians, and fixed objects, (2) present practical strategies that can be implemented to mitigate the likelihood and severity of bus collisions, and (3) identify the roles and responsibilities of transit agencies and other relevant stakeholders to improve safety. This research may consider the following matters regarding causal factors and mitigation strategies: environmental; human (including bus operators, other vehicle operators, and pedestrians); infrastructure; operating environment; public education and awareness; regulation and enforcement; training, procedures, policies, and reporting requirements; vehicle attributes and performance characteristics; and working conditions.
