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Assessment of Data Sources for First Responder Struck-By Crashes
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2024-01-01
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Abstract:This report details the approach and findings from research conducted regarding the occurrence of responder struck-by crashes. There is not one national source of responder struck-by crashes from which to draw and analyze data to better understand and mitigate these tragic incidents. This project sought to cast a wide net across many different potential sources of data on responder struck-by crashes, assess these sources, identify gaps and limitations in the data, and develop and analyze a composite dataset of verified struck-by crashes. The research resulted in a common definition for a responder struck-by crash for consistency in identifying responder struck-by crashes. The findings from an in-depth review and assessment of over 20 sources of data for responder struck-by crashes are presented, including various data elements and attributes within each of the data sources. Verified responder struck-by crashes are compiled into a composite dataset, which includes 505 crashes that occurred between 2011 and 2021 across 42 States. Gaps and limitations of each data source are documented. To assist with similar future research, a template for collecting data on responder struck-by crashes is provided. This template leverages the common definition of a responder struck-by crash and details five steps that were applied to collect and assess the data sources used for this project. A virtual stakeholder workshop brought together 47 stakeholders representing local, State, and Federal responder agencies. Potential action items and next steps for improving the ability to identify responder struck-by crashes within the data sources are identified and discussed. Recommendations for next steps and future research on responder struck-by crashes are provided.
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