Fitch Barrier

Fitch Barrier

is dissipated by scattering the sand, and the vehicle decelerates smoothly instead of violently striking a solid obstruction, reducing the risk of injury to the occupants. Fitch barriers are widely popular due to their effectiveness, low cost, and ease of setup and repair or replacement. Since first being used in the late 1960s, it is estimated that they have saved as many as 17,000 lives. [ [http://www.racesafety.com/pdf/saltlaketribune.pdf Talk of the Morning: Time can't catch up with 86-year-old hot rodder.] ]

Fitch has stated that the design was inspired by sand-filled fuel cans which he used to protect his tent from strafing during World War II. [ [http://www.racesafety.com/fitchbarr.html The Fitch Barrier] ]

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