Research on Factors Influencing Decision-Making Behavior for Evacuation Path Selection of Personnel Inside Subway Station

Subway transportation is characterized by high passenger flow, limited space, and complex evacuation paths. In the event of a sudden incident such as a fire, flooding, or toxic gas leakage, it is crucial to study the factors that determine the selection of evacuation paths for subway station personnel. This study focuses on subway passengers in Beijing. Through a questionnaire based on cognitive mapping theory, we collected data on the emergency evacuation path selection strategies of subway participants in disaster scenarios. Based on different strategy preferences, we analyzed the determining factors of evacuation path selection behavior and proposed targeted improvements and preventive measures accordingly.