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Conceptual framework
of DPS systems
Charles Goldenbeld, BESTPOINT, 6 September 2012, Brussels

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Presentation
• Conceptual framework
DPS: step by step
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What does a DPS do?
prevents, corrects, selects
Prevention: threat of accumulating points
restraints drivers from violating traffic rules
Correction: driver behaviour change of repeat
offenders as a result of extra measures within
DPS (driver improvement course)
Selection: removal of dangerous drivers from
traffic

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Framework DPS 1: effect mechanisms

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Framework 2: Outcomes of DPS

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Framework 3: Support systems DPS

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Framework 4: From design to outcomes

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Framework 5: The total framework
Black boxes: the
links in the DPS
system itself
Grey boxes:
external
conditions/factors

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In conclusion:
• Key mechanisms DPS: Prevention,
selection & correction
• Conceptual framework: DPS system itself
and external conditons/factors