Modelling the road network riskiness for motorcycle transport: The use of accident probability and accessibility to emergency medical service

Abstract Motorcycle users are generally perceived as one of the most vulnerable road user groups. It is therefore evident that, in addition to a range prevention and awareness-raising activities, it also necessary identify specific locations where motorcycle at risk. We use synthetic approach network sections dangerous for traffic. perceive risk level individual complex combination causes (accident probability) consequences (accessibility medical services) accidents. The both factors then used define Road Network Hazard Index (RNHI) newly introduced indicator synthetically assessing levels accident probability on Czech extremely differentiated. time accessibility from EMS dispatch stations shows clear correlation with severity model locations’ indicates that sparsely populated peripheral regions Republic particular show not only higher but values emergency vehicles. new RNHI provides comprehensive view traffic different sections.