ScooterSafe-London is a program going on in England where experienced police officers train riders in scooter safety with the goal of reducing the number of scooter riders killed and seriously injured. I think it would be fantastic if Atlanta area police departments launched similar programs.
The program covers issues like hazard awareness, conspicuity and safety in riding equipment and clothing, and what to do in the event of a collision. The target audience is riders who operate mopeds and scooters up to 250cc.
I think Atlanta needs a vision for a transition to lighter and smaller vehicles, like scooters, motorcycles and bicycles. A program like this would fill a need to help novice riders gain the skills needed to reduce the incidence of accident and injury.
