The increasing number of traffic accidents, ranging from minor ones with only material damage and minor injuries to severe ones with significant bodily harm and fatalities, demands effective investigation methods. Through these methods, measures can be formulated to improve safety and reduce mortality in road traffic. This thesis explores various approaches to investigating traffic accidents in major developed countries grappling with the issue of the growing number of accidents and fatalities. A detailed analysis of investigative methods in individual countries reveals differences in investigation techniques, employed resources, and individuals involved in the investigations. It also uncovers the strengths and weaknesses of each method. The research identifies best practices serving as the foundation for developing the concept of an optimal investigative method. This method ensures comprehensive data collection, enabling the analysis of accidents to formulate new safety recommendations and enhance road safety. A significant part of the thesis involves developing an electronic form for data collection at the scene of a traffic accident, which could replace the old analog data inventory system and enable faster and simpler processing.
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