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Publication Number: FHWA-HRT-06-089
Date: July 2006

PBCAT-Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Analysis Tool

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APPENDIX G: CRASH TYPING EXAMPLES

Contained in this appendix are 10 pedestrian crash reports and 10 bicycle crash reports that have been typed using PBCAT. These reports may be used as case study exercises for training on how to type crashes with the software. Provided at the end of each set of reports are the sequence of onscreen questions/directives encountered during the crash typing process and the correct responses. The answers shown are based on standard crash typing, not group typing. The report numbers that correspond to the answer sheets are found in the upper right-hand corner of the crash reports.

 

Figure 131. Codes for North Carolina Commission Report Forms

Figure 131. Codes for North Carolina Commission Report Forms

 

Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1

Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1

Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1

 

Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2

Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2

Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2

 

Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3

Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3

Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3

 

Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4

Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4

Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4

 

Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5

Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5

Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5

 

Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6

Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6

Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6

 

Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7

Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7

Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7

 

Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8

Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8

Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8

 

Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9

Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9

Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9

 

Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10

Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10

Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10

 

Table 14. Correct Responses to the Crash Typing Logic for the 10 Sample Pedestrian Crashes

Report No. Screen Header QuestionCorrect Response
1 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonroadway Location
  Ped position—nonroadway What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? Other Nonroadway Areas
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: Backing Vehicle
  Backing Vehicle Where did the backing vehicle strike the pedestrian? In a Parking Lot
Crash Type: Backing Vehicle—Parking Lot (Number 214)
 
2 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonroadway Location
  Ped position—nonroadway What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? Other Nonroadway Areas
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:Emergency Vehicle-Related
Crash Type: Emergency Vehicle-Related (Number 240)
 
3 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonroadway Location
  Ped position—nonroadway What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? Other Nonroadway Areas
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: Other Unusual Circumstances
Crash Type: Other Unusual Circumstances (Number 190)
4 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection
  Ped position—intersection or intersection-related What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? Within a Crosswalk, Marked or Unmarked
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: None of the Above
  Unusual Pedestrian Action Crash The pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions: None of the Above
  Intersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian Action Which of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash? Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
  Crossing/In Roadway—Intersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Turn/Merge
  Turn/Merge—Intersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Left Turn—Parallel Paths
Crash Type: Motorist Left Turn—Parallel Paths (No. 781)
 
5 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Ped position—nonintersection What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: None of the Above
  Unusual Pedestrian Action Crash The pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions: None of the Above
  Nonintersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian Action Which of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash? Walking Along Roadway
  Walking Along Roadway – Nonintersection The pedestrian was: Walking/running with Traffic and Was Struck from Behind
Crash Type: Walking Along Roadway With Traffic—From Behind (Number 410)
6 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Ped position–nonintersection What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: None of the Above
  Unusual Pedestrian Action Crash The pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions: None of the Above
  Nonintersection Crash–Typical Pedestrian Action Which of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash? Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
  Crossing/In Roadway–Nonintersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Turn/Merge
  Turn/Merge—Nonintersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Turn/merge—Other/Unknown
Crash Type: Motorist Turn/Merge—Other/Unknown (Number 799)
7 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection–related
  Ped position—intersection or intersection-related What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: None of the Above
  Unusual Pedestrian Action Crash The pedestrian was struck while performing which of the followingactions: None of the Above
  Intersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian Action Which of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash? Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
  Crossing/In Roadway—Intersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Dart–Out
Crash Type: Dart-Out (Number 742)
8 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Ped position–nonintersection What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: Disabled Vehicle–Related
Crash Type: Disabled Vehicle-Related (Number 230)
9 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection
  Ped position–Nonintersection What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: None of the Above
  Unusual Pedestrian Action Crash The pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions: Commercial Bus–Related
Crash Type: Commercial Bus–Related (Number 341)
10 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonroadway Location
  Ped position–Nonroadway What was the position of the pedestrian when struck? Other Nonroadway Areas
  Unusual Circumstances Crash The crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances: None of the Above
  Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action Crash The crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions: Driverless Vehicle
Crash Type: Driverless Vehicle (Number 220)

 

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

 

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

 

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

 

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

 

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

 

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

 

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

 

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

 

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

 

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10

 

Table 15. Correct Responses to the Crash Typing Logic for the 10 Sample Bicycle Crashes

Report No. Screen Header Question Correct Response
1 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? Facing traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Crossing Paths
  Crossing Path Crash— Intersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Drive/Ride–Out/Through
  Type of Traffic Control What type of traffic control was present at the intersection? Stop Signs, Yield Signs, or Flashing Signals
  Sign–Controlled Intersection Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Motorist Drive–Out
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Sign—Controlled Intersection (Number 141)
2 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? Facing traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Crossing Paths
  Crossing Path Crash— Intersection Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Drive/Ride–Out/Through
  Type of Traffic Control What type of traffic control was present at the intersection? Stop Signs, Yield Signs, or Flashing Signals
  Sign–Controlled Intersection Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Motorist Drive–Out
  Right Turn on Red—Crossing Path Was the motorist making a right turn on red? Yes
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Right Turn on Red (No. 151)
3 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? With traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Parallel Paths
  Parallel Path Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Motorist Turned or Merged
  Motorist Turned or Merged Which of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist? Right Turn—Same Direction
  Right turn on red–same direction Was motorist making a right turn on red? No or Unknown
Crash Type: Motorist Right Turn—Same Direction (Number 213)
4 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? Facing traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Crossing Paths
  Crossing Path Crash – Nonintersection Which of the following scenarios best describes the crash? Motorist Drive–Out
  Motorist Drive–Out — Nonintersection From where did the motorist come? Commercial Driveway or Alley
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Commercial Driveway/Alley (Number 322)
5 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? Not Applicable
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Crossing Paths
  Crossing Path Crash – Nonintersection Which of the following scenarios best describes the crash? Bicyclist Ride–out
  Bicyclist Ride–Out — Nonintersection From where did the motorist come? Other Midblock Location
Crash Type: Bicyclist Ride–out—Other Midblock (Number 318)
6 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Intersection
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? With traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Parallel Paths
  Parallel Path Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Motorist Turned or Merged
  Motorist Turned or Merged Which of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist? Left Turn—Opposite Direction
Crash Type: Motorist Left–Turn—Opposite Direction (Number 212)
7 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonroadway Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? Other Nonroadway Areas (Parking Lot, Open Areas, etc.)
Crash Type: Nonroadway (Number 910)
8 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? Facing traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Parallel Paths
  Parallel Path Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Head–On
  Head—on crash Which operator was traveling in the wrong direction/travel lane? Bicyclist
Crash Type: Head–On—Bicyclist (Number 250)
9 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? With traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Parallel Paths
  Parallel Path Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Bicyclist Turned or Merged
  Bicyclist Turned or Merged Which of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist? Left Turn—Same Direction
Crash Type: Bicyclist Left–Turn—Same Direction (Number 221)
10 Crash Location Where did the crash occur? Nonintersection Location
  Bicyclist Position What was the initial position of the bicyclist? On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
  Bicyclist Direction In what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash? With traffic
  Unusual/Specific Circumstances Which of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe? None of the Above
  Initial Approach Paths What were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist? Parallel Paths
  Parallel Path Crash Which of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash? Bicyclist Turned or Merged
  Bicyclist Turned or Merged Which of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist? Ride–out
Crash Type: Bicyclist Ride–out—Parallel Path (Number 225)

 

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