Youth Needs and Assessment Survey

The characteristics of traffic accidents involving teenage (16 to 19 years of age) drivers are summarized in this report and compared to all accidents. This was accomplished through an analysis of statewide accident data for a three-year period (1989 through 1991). Counties having the highest overrepresentation of accidents involving teenage drivers were identified. The status of highway safety programs currently in place in school districts in Kentucky is presented. A survey was sent to 182 school districts in Kentucky with a 64 percent response rate obtained. Relevant literature was reviewed, and summary statements are given in the Appendix. This summary of the literature gives an overview of recognized problems associated with young drivers and programs which have been recommended to address these problems. The information given in this report may be used in the process of developing a statewide youth traffic safety program. Recommendations for implementation of such a program are given