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Mature Driver Stats in PA
1,640,830
1,735,337
1,816,186
1,865,4941,901,546
1,500,000
1,550,000
1,600,000
1,650,000
1,700,000
1,750,000
1,800,000
1,850,000
1,900,000
1,950,000
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Number of Drivers 65+
17,603
18,219
18,727 18,805
19,948
16,000
16,500
17,000
17,500
18,000
18,500
19,000
19,500
20,000
20,500
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Crashes Involving a 65+ Driver
244276 277
300279
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Fatalities Involving a 65+ Driver
PA Initiatives in Mature Driver Safety
Mature Driver Re-Examination ProgramA proactive approach to determine a driver’s medical qualifications for the safe operation of a motor vehicle.
Medical Reporting Program* Medical Advisory Board* Health Care Community
PA Initiatives in Mature Driver Safety
Law Enforcement Reports– Request for Driver Evaluation– DOCSI
Family/Friend Reports
Drivers not meeting medical standards can turn their driver’s license in and obtain a Free ID Card.
PA Initiatives in Mature Driver Safety
• Mature Driver Improvement Program: – AAA, – AARP, – Safe2Drive, and – Seniors for Safe Driving
• Shared Ride Program
PA Initiatives in Mature Driver Safety
CAR FIT– Educational program aimed at helping older
drivers “fit” their vehicle properly.
NEW Mature Driver Initiatives
Revision/creation of Mature Driver Materials
Mature Driver Safety SeriesOLDER, WISER, SAFER: A Senior Driver’s Guide
KEEPING OLDER DRIVERS SAFE: A Guide for Family and Friends
THEIR SAFETY, YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: A Guide for Health Care Professionals
STAYING SAFE: What to Expect When Your Medical Condition Has Been Reported to PennDOT
Mature Driver Safety Challenges
• Proactive Communications– Sometimes difficult and emotional
• Planning for transportation needs as drivers age.
• Allow Mature Drivers to continue driving as long as safely possible.
• Encouraging Mature Drivers to make the decision to “Retire” from driving before PennDOT has to take action.