The experiences and perceptions of heavy vehicle drivers and train drivers of dangers at railway level crossings
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The experiences and perceptions of heavy vehicle drivers and train drivers of dangers at railway level crossings.
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عنوان ژورنال: Accident Analysis & Prevention
سال: 2008
ISSN: 0001-4575
DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2008.01.005