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The hierarchy of controls tells us that we should physically remove the hazard (Eliminate Cars). But, we choose the least effective option, protection (Helmets and bright colors) (thelemmy.club)
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The Hierarchy of Controls is a framework developed by organizations like CDC / NIOSH and OSHA to rank workplace safety and risk mitigation measures from most effective to least effectiv
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I think the point here is that we wear helmets for reasons that have little to do with cars, but traffic safety engineers treat helmets and high-viz as the be-all, end-all of rider protection. (Because they actually don't give a shit about safety, rather just a plausible way to blame the victims so they don't get sued.)

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