Current Status on the Safety of Coaches

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Main author

Gregor Steinmetz

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Type of media

PDF

Publication type

Lecture

Publication year

2015

Publisher

24. EVU Conference, Edinburgh

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edinburg2015 07bBased on statistical data it is shown that the coach is still one of the safest means of passenger transport on land. This has been achieved by continuously improving vehicle safety.

The integral safety concept developed by Daimler Buses is a holistic approach and comprises essentially various passive and active safety systems. All the stress-relief, warning and protection systems which provide for safe driving and offer support in critical situations contribute to the active safety. The Front Collison Guard, the safety cage and the restraint systems that protect the passengers in case of a frontal impact or roll-over ensure passive safety.

The integral safety concept also comprises the rescue operation after an accident by providing guidelines for rescuers and safety training for coach drivers.

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