National Scooter Safety Standards Are In The Works

The transcript discusses a scooter accident and highlights the lack of safety regulations for E scooters. It mentions that TM International is working on voluntary safety standards, focusing on scooter durability and incident reduction. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission is conducting a study on micro mobility device dangers, while ASTM is gathering input for scooter safety standards, which may take 18 months to finalize.

What was the main issue highlighted in the personal accident involving an e-scooter?

• The scooter was too fast.

• There are no safety design rules for e-scooters.

• The rider was inexperienced.

• The rider was not wearing a helmet.

What is the primary goal of the new national safety standards being developed for e-scooters?

• To increase the speed of e-scooters.

• To make e-scooters more affordable.

• To ban e-scooters in urban areas.

• To improve scooter durability and detect failing parts.

Which organization is responsible for creating voluntary guidelines for e-scooter safety?

• ASTM International

• Federal Trade Commission

• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

• US Department of Transportation

What is the US Consumer Product Safety Commission currently working on regarding micro-mobility devices?

• A ban on e-scooters.

• A new line of e-scooters.

• A campaign to promote e-scooter usage.

• A study of dangers associated with these devices.

How long might it take to finalize the new safety standards for e-scooters?

• 6 months

• 24 months

• 18 months

• 12 months