1. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 Mobility Scooters – Use and Regulations Uwe Rutenberg Rutenberg Design Inc. ABE60-2, 2010

2. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 Study Objective  Obtain an in-depth understanding of the mobility scooter issue in its operating environment  Analyze quantitative and qualitative information regarding the safety and future trends of scooter use  Formulate recommendations to improve the safety for scooter users

3. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Scooter Phenomenon The scooter The user The environment Key stakeholders

4. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Scooter SegwayHovercraft scooterE-bike scooter Large 3 wheel scooter

5. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Environment Access to vehicles Conflict with road vehicles Inclement weather Conflict with other road users

6. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Users Ambulatory person for recreational use Mobility impaired Ambulatory young commutingMobility impaired couple

7. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Stakeholders  Regulators and Transport Departments  Transportation Providers  Manufacturers and Suppliers  Scooter Users

8. Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 Conclusions and Recommendations  Who should collect data for scooter accidents?  Should federal, provincial and municipal governments be involved to regulate and/or license the import, and operation of scooters?  Should transit operators allow the access of three-wheel scooters used by young ambulatory users?  What are the impacts of regulations on manufacturers/suppliers  What are the impacts of regulations on scooter users?