Ethics code: IR.UMSU.REC.1402.262
Fouri S, Allahyari T, Mohebbi I. A Study on the Status of Unsafe Behaviors and Their Relationship with Road Accidents Among Inter-City Drivers in Urmia (Iran) in 2023. Iran J Ergon 2025; 13 (1)
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http://journal.iehfs.ir/article-1-1066-en.html
1- Department of Occupational Health and Safety Engineering, School of Health, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
2- Department of Occupational Health and Safety Engineering, School of Health, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran , allahyari@umsu.ac.ir
Abstract: (1052 Views)
Objectives: Traffic accidents are considered among the leading causes of mortality and severe injuries. Driver behavior is a significant factor influencing this issue. The present study aimed to investigate the status of unsafe driving behaviors and their relationship with road accidents among inter-city drivers in Urmia, Iran, in 2023.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 378 inter-city drivers visiting the Occupational Medicine Center at Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Iran. Sampling was performed using a convenience method. The Driver Behavior Questionnaire (DBQ) was employed as the standard instrument. Data analysis was conducted using the SPSS (version 24) software at a significance level of 0.05.
Results: The highest score for unsafe behaviors was related to non-routine violations, with a mean of 1.33±0.44. Significant positive correlations were found between all four DBQ subscales and road accidents (P<0.001). Linear regression analysis revealed that routine violations and errors significantly predicted 24.3% of the variance in annual accidents.
Conclusion: The present work demonstrated significant associations between unsafe driving behaviors and traffic accidents, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to reduce high-risk driving behaviors.
Type of Study:
Research |
Subject:
Cognitive Ergonomics Received: 2025/01/20 | Accepted: 2025/05/31 | ePublished: 2025/05/31