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APPENDIX G: CRASH TYPING EXAMPLES

Contained in this appendix are 10 pedestrian crash reports and 10 bicycle crash reports that have been typed using PBCAT. These reports may be used as case study exercises for training on how to type crashes with the software. Provided at the end of each set of reports are the sequence of onscreen questions/directives encountered during the crash typing process and the correct responses. The answers shown are based on standard crash typing, not group typing. The report numbers that correspond to the answer sheets are found in the upper right-hand corner of the crash reports.

Figure 131. Codes for North Carolina Commission Report Forms

Figure 131. Codes for North Carolina Commission Report Forms

Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1

Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1


Figure 132. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 1

Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2

Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2


Figure 133. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 2

Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3

Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3


Figure 134. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 3

Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4

Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4


Figure 135. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 4

Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5

Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5


Figure 136. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 5

Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6

Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6


Figure 137. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 6

Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7

Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7


Figure 138. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 7

Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8

Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8


Figure 139. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 8

Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9

Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9


Figure 140. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 9

Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10

Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10


Figure 141. North Carolina Crash Report—Number 10
Table 14. Correct Responses to the Crash Typing Logic for the 10 Sample Pedestrian Crashes
Report No.Screen HeaderQuestionCorrect Response
1Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonroadway Location
 Ped position—nonroadwayWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?Other Nonroadway Areas
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:Backing Vehicle
 Backing VehicleWhere did the backing vehicle strike the pedestrian?In a Parking Lot
Crash Type: Backing Vehicle—Parking Lot (Number 214)
 
2Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonroadway Location
 Ped position—nonroadwayWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?Other Nonroadway Areas
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:Emergency Vehicle-Related
Crash Type: Emergency Vehicle-Related (Number 240)
 
3Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonroadway Location
 Ped position—nonroadwayWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?Other Nonroadway Areas
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:Other Unusual Circumstances
Crash Type: Other Unusual Circumstances (Number 190)
4Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection
 Ped position—intersection or intersection-relatedWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?Within a Crosswalk, Marked or Unmarked
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:None of the Above
 Unusual Pedestrian Action CrashThe pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions:None of the Above
 Intersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian ActionWhich of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash?Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
 Crossing/In Roadway—IntersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Turn/Merge
 Turn/Merge—IntersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Left Turn—Parallel Paths
Crash Type: Motorist Left Turn—Parallel Paths (No. 781)
 
5Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Ped position—nonintersectionWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:None of the Above
 Unusual Pedestrian Action CrashThe pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions:None of the Above
 Nonintersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian ActionWhich of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash?Walking Along Roadway
 Walking Along Roadway – NonintersectionThe pedestrian was:Walking/running with Traffic and Was Struck from Behind
Crash Type: Walking Along Roadway With Traffic—From Behind (Number 410)
6Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Ped position–nonintersectionWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:None of the Above
 Unusual Pedestrian Action CrashThe pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions:None of the Above
 Nonintersection Crash–Typical Pedestrian ActionWhich of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash?Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
 Crossing/In Roadway–NonintersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Turn/Merge
 Turn/Merge—NonintersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Turn/merge—Other/Unknown
Crash Type: Motorist Turn/Merge—Other/Unknown (Number 799)
7Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection–related
 Ped position—intersection or intersection-relatedWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:None of the Above
 Unusual Pedestrian Action CrashThe pedestrian was struck while performing which of the followingactions:None of the Above
 Intersection Crash—Typical Pedestrian ActionWhich of the following best describes the pedestrian action at the time of the crash?Crossing the Roadway or In the Roadway
 Crossing/In Roadway—IntersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Dart–Out
Crash Type: Dart-Out (Number 742)
8Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Ped position–nonintersectionWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:Disabled Vehicle–Related
Crash Type: Disabled Vehicle-Related (Number 230)
9Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection
 Ped position–NonintersectionWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?On a Roadway, in a Travel Lane
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:None of the Above
 Unusual Pedestrian Action CrashThe pedestrian was struck while performing which of the following actions:Commercial Bus–Related
Crash Type: Commercial Bus–Related (Number 341)
10Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonroadway Location
 Ped position–NonroadwayWhat was the position of the pedestrian when struck?Other Nonroadway Areas
 Unusual Circumstances CrashThe crash was the result of which of the following unusual circumstances:None of the Above
 Unusual Vehicle Type/Vehicle Action CrashThe crash involved which of the following vehicle types or vehicle actions:Driverless Vehicle
Crash Type: Driverless Vehicle (Number 220)

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1


Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1


Figure 142. Florida Crash Report—Report 1

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2


Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2


Figure 143. Florida Crash Report—Report 2

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3


Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3


Figure 144. Florida Crash Report—Report 3

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4


Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4


Figure 145. Florida Crash Report—Report 4

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5


Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5


Figure 146. Florida Crash Report—Report 5

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6


Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6


Figure 147. Florida Crash Report—Report 6

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7


Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7


Figure 148. Florida Crash Report—Report 7

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8


Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8


Figure 149. Florida Crash Report—Report 8

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9


Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9


Figure 150. Florida Crash Report—Report 9

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10

Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10


Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10


Figure 151. Florida Crash Report—Report 10


Table 15. Correct Responses to the Crash Typing Logic for the 10 Sample Bicycle Crashes
Report No.Screen HeaderQuestionCorrect Response
1Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
Facing traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Crossing Paths
 Crossing Path Crash— IntersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Drive/Ride–Out/Through
 Type of Traffic ControlWhat type of traffic control was present at the intersection?Stop Signs, Yield Signs, or Flashing Signals
 Sign–Controlled Intersection CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Motorist Drive–Out
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Sign—Controlled Intersection (Number 141)
2Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
Facing traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Crossing Paths
 Crossing Path Crash— IntersectionWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Drive/Ride–Out/Through
 Type of Traffic ControlWhat type of traffic control was present at the intersection?Stop Signs, Yield Signs, or Flashing Signals
 Sign–Controlled Intersection CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Motorist Drive–Out
 Right Turn on Red—Crossing PathWas the motorist making a right turn on red?Yes
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Right Turn on Red (No. 151)
3Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
With traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Parallel Paths
 Parallel Path CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Motorist Turned or Merged
 Motorist Turned or MergedWhich of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist?Right Turn—Same Direction
 Right turn on red–same directionWas motorist making a right turn on red?No or Unknown
Crash Type: Motorist Right Turn—Same Direction (Number 213)
4Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
Facing traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Crossing Paths
 Crossing Path Crash – NonintersectionWhich of the following scenarios best describes the crash?Motorist Drive–Out
 Motorist Drive–Out — NonintersectionFrom where did the motorist come?Commercial Driveway or Alley
Crash Type: Motorist Drive–Out—Commercial Driveway/Alley (Number 322)
5Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
Not Applicable
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Crossing Paths
 Crossing Path Crash – NonintersectionWhich of the following scenarios best describes the crash?Bicyclist Ride–out
 Bicyclist Ride–Out — NonintersectionFrom where did the motorist come?Other Midblock Location
Crash Type: Bicyclist Ride–out—Other Midblock (Number 318)
6Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Intersection
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
With traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Parallel Paths
 Parallel Path CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Motorist Turned or Merged
 Motorist Turned or MergedWhich of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist?Left Turn—Opposite Direction
Crash Type: Motorist Left–Turn—Opposite Direction (Number 212)
7Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonroadway Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?Other Nonroadway Areas (Parking Lot, Open Areas, etc.)
Crash Type: Nonroadway (Number 910)
8Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
Facing traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Parallel Paths
 Parallel Path CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Head–On
 Head—on crashWhich operator was traveling in the wrong direction/travel lane?Bicyclist
Crash Type: Head–On—Bicyclist (Number 250)
9Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Roadway, in a Shared Travel Lane
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
With traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Parallel Paths
 Parallel Path CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Bicyclist Turned or Merged
 Bicyclist Turned or MergedWhich of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist?Left Turn—Same Direction
Crash Type: Bicyclist Left–Turn—Same Direction (Number 221)
10Crash LocationWhere did the crash occur?Nonintersection Location
 Bicyclist PositionWhat was the initial position of the bicyclist?On a Sidewalk, Crosswalk, or Driveway Crossing
 Bicyclist DirectionIn what direction was the bicyclist initially traveling prior to
being struck or prior to making any turns which caused the crash?
With traffic
 Unusual/Specific CircumstancesWhich of the following unusual or specific circumstances best describe?None of the Above
 Initial Approach PathsWhat were the initial approach paths for the bicyclist and motorist?Parallel Paths
 Parallel Path CrashWhich of the following best describes the circumstances of the crash?Bicyclist Turned or Merged
 Bicyclist Turned or MergedWhich of the following best describes the maneuver of the motorist?Ride–out
Crash Type: Bicyclist Ride–out—Parallel Path (Number 225)

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