Table 1 Use of the Haddon matrix to consider targets for interventions to reduce the burden of car crash injuries
From: A life course approach to injury prevention: a "lens and telescope" conceptual model
| Â | Host/person | Agent/vehicle | Environment (physical and social) |
|---|---|---|---|
Pre-event | Driver skills and experience Speeding | Roadworthiness of vehicles Visibility of vehicles Good brakes | Graduated driver licensing systems Traffic speed limits |
Event | Seatbelt use | Presence of seatbelts, airbags and other vehicle safety features | Median barriers Laws mandating seatbelt use |
Post-event | First aid knowledge Presence of co-morbidities | Features that make access easier for emergency services Features that avoid post-crash explosions | Emergency services Treatment and rehabilitation services |