Data Collection Police reports can be a good source of information on distracted driving. However, they may not capture all instances of distracted driving, as not all drivers who are distracted will get into an accident or be pulled over by the police. Another way is to use surveys or observational studies. Surveys can also
Qualitative
Reduced Annoyance
Data Collection The National Transportation Noise Map provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation allows users and other stakeholders to search for noise exposure information by location. Another way is to contact state DOTs or local city planning offices. These offices usually have noise maps that show traffic noise levels for specific areas. Examples Road
Reduced Sleep Disturbance
Data Collection Some organizations, like the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the Sleep Foundation, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), collect and store data on sleep disturbances and disorders; this data is available on their organization websites. The NSF also examines Americans’ sleep patterns and creates studies on the state of sleep
Increases in Physical Activity
Data Collection The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) is a good source of information on physical activity levels in the United States. Another way to get data on physical activity levels is through surveys conducted by state and local health departments. Data on physical activity levels can also be collated through fitness trackers
Impact of Vegetation Species
Data Collection The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for providing reliable and accurate data on the measured vegetation species in stormwater. The EPA uses a variety of methods to collect data on environmental conditions and trends. These methods include field sampling, remote sensing, statistical analysis, and modeling. Data is collected from a variety of sources,
Measured Water or Soil Quality Before and After Intervention
Data Collection Data on water quality can be collected from the Water Quality Portal, the largest source of water quality monitoring data. The Water Quality Portal (WQP) uses the Water Quality Exchange (WQX) data format to share over 380 million water quality data records from 900 federal, state, tribal and other partners. The data is
Improved Road Conditions
Data Collection There are many ways to collect data on measured road conditions. Here are some common methods: 1. Visual inspections: This involves simply looking at the condition of the road surface and making a judgment about its condition. This is often done by trained engineers or professionals who are familiar with what to look
Improved Wayfinding
Data Collection Government agencies such as the Department of Transportation can be a good source of information. Secondly, private companies that specialize in wayfinding research may have helpful data. Finally, academic institutions may also have relevant studies and reports. By considering all of these different sources, it is possible to get a well-rounded view of
Healthy Aging
Data Collection Data on aging adults can be made accessible by contacting the local Area Agency on Aging. Surveys are often used; the survey data can be conducted in person, by mail, or online. Another way to collect data is through interviews conducted over the phone or in person. Data can also be collected through
Motor Skills Development
Data Collection One way to collect data is to use a clinical assessment, such as the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS). This can be used to measure various aspects of motor skills, including coordination, strength, and endurance. Another way to collect data on motor skills is through self-report measures, such as questionnaires. These
