Keywords

electric scooters, online education, safety, injury prevention, behavioral change

Abstract

Background: Electric scooters (e-scooters) have become a common form of transportation for many people in recent years. As e-scooter use has increased, so have injuries associated with accidents. Safety measures must be implemented and shared with communities to increase safe behavior and prevent injuries. This project aimed to increase safe e-scooter behaviors among Brigham Young University (BYU) students. Methods: We created a brief safety video focusing on behaviors associated with e-scooter injury prevention. A convenience sample of BYU students participated in the online survey and safety video. A pre-and post-survey was used to assess demographics, previous e-scooter use, intention to implement safe e-scooter behaviors post-education, and emotional response. Results: Paired sample t-test analysis was used to assess the effectiveness of the safety video in helping participants (n = 59) modify behavior. Post-safety video, intent to change behavior was statistically significant in most behavior areas measured. Individuals (n = 16) who confirmed e-scooter use in the last 6 months were then analyzed independently; we found statistical significance in two behavioral areas: increasing the likelihood of wearing safety equipment and talking to family or friends about safety equipment. Conclusion: Our project results indicate that safety videos may play a role in increasing safe e-scooter behaviors in those who view educational videos. Leveraging online safety videos could be an asset in achieving the goal of injury reduction in e-scooter users, though a multifaceted approach is likely necessary.

Document Type

Master's Project

Publication Date

2024-04-14

Language

English

College

Nursing

Department

Nursing

University Standing at Time of Publication

Graduate Student

Course

NURS 698R

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