Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 Mobility Scooters – Use and Regulations Uwe Rutenberg Rutenberg Design Inc. ABE60-2, 2010
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
Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Scooter Phenomenon The scooter The user The environment Key stakeholders
Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Scooter SegwayHovercraft scooterE-bike scooter Large 3 wheel scooter
Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Environment Access to vehicles Conflict with road vehicles Inclement weather Conflict with other road users
Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Users Ambulatory person for recreational use Mobility impaired Ambulatory young commutingMobility impaired couple
Rutenberg Design Inc, TRB ABE60-2, 2010 The Stakeholders Regulators and Transport Departments Transportation Providers Manufacturers and Suppliers Scooter Users
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?