1 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Our Mission: Saves lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes SMSA Professional Development

1 National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOur Mission: Saves lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes

SMSA Professional Development Workshop

The Development of Model Motorcycle Rider Training Program Administrative Standards

Welcome State Administrators

National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOur Mission: Saves lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes

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Introductions

• SMSA• NHTSA• Windwalker Corporation• Highway Safety Services, LLC• Technical Working Group


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Workshop Agenda• Project Objectives • Project Overview• Standards Working Group Process• Overview of the Standards• Breakout Sessions and Report Back• Process for Submitting State Comments• Future Steps


Project Objectives

Presented By:Dr. Allen Robinson

Highway Safety Services, LLC


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Project Objective • To develop Model Motorcycle Rider Training

Program Administrative Standards on the basis of current research, data and the input of a technical working group of subject-matter experts who currently serve as State motorcycle rider training program administrators, motorcycle rider training specialists, and other leaders in the administration of motorcycle rider training programs to ensure quality and consistency in rider training systems.


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Role of the Windwalker Corporation and Highway Safety Services

• To facilitate an Expert Working Group to develop model administrative standards.

• Deliver model administrative standards to NHTSA.


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Objective of the Professional Development Workshop

• To seek stakeholder input from the State Motorcycle Safety Administrators (SMSA) on the model Motorcycle Rider Training Program Administrative Standards.


Project Overview

Presented By:John Brock

Windwalker Corporation


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Background• In 2011, Windwalker, Highway Safety Services, an

Expert Working Group and the NHTSA contract management team finalized the Model National Standards for Entry-Level Motorcycle Rider Training (Content Standards).

• The implementation of the National Standards alone is not sufficient to achieve the goal of a high-quality rider training program.


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Background• A true performance-based education system also

needs a complementary set of administrative standards for the program delivery.

• Critical factors such as administrative control, authority, instructor qualifications and instructional settings need equal attention.

• Delivery Standards establish criteria for how the program is conducted and delivered.


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Project Overview• In 2011, NHTSA contracted with Windwalker and

HSS for the development of rider education administrative standards as the next step in ensuring quality and consistency in rider training systems.

• To assist in the development of the model administrative standards a Technical Working Group (TWG) was organized and convened.


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Project Overview• Existing state motorcycle rider training

programs, delivery requirements and monitoring of programs were collected and analyzed.

• The topic headings from various state program requirements were listed.

• Based on the topic headings a list of common administrative topics was developed.


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Project Overview• A matrix was developed identifying the

various program practices of State rider training programs.

• Descriptions were added from existing State program requirements under each common administrative heading.


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Project Overview• The first draft was developed and presented

at the first TWG meeting in Nov 2011.• The standards were reviewed and modified

to confirm accuracy and completeness.

• A webinar with the TWG was conducted to review draft standards and provide comments for the second meeting.


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Project Overview• A second meeting was conducted in March 2012.• After the second meeting, a third draft was

provided to NHTSA for review and approval.• The fourth draft was distributed to the SMSA

State Administrators in July 2012.

• Input sought from the SMSA State Administrators in August 2012.


Project Overview• A specific requirement of the contract is

to provide stakeholders with a draft version of the standards for review and feedback.

• This SMSA workshop is specifically required by the contract.

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Standards Working Group Process

Presented By:Brett Robinson



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How the Working Group was Assembled

• The Technical Working Group (TWG) was assembled by NHTSA, Windwalker and HSS to assist in the development of the administrative motorcycle standards.

• The members are individuals who are currently serving as State motorcycle rider training program administrators, motorcycle rider training specialists, and other leaders in the administration of motorcycle rider training programs.


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Expert Working Group Members

• Stacey “Ax” Axmaker, ID STAR

• Christy Cowser, HI DOT

• Glenn Davis, CO DOT

• Raymond Gaulin, CT DOT • Robert Gladden, MSF

• Andrew Krajewski, SMSA and MD MVA

• Lorrie J. Laing, Cambridge Systematics, Inc.

• Ray Pierce, TEAM OREGON


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Supporting Staff

Windwalker

• John Brock

• Jennifer Richter

Highway Safety Services

• Dr. Allen Robinson

• Brett Robinson

• Christie Falgione

NHTSA

• Michael Jordon


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Responsibilities of the Working Group

• Agree on administrative standards for motorcycle operators.

• Be flexible and feasible to implement.• Ensure the standards are based on data

analysis and research.• Consider all motorcycle safety research.


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Process of the Working Group• Participated in two TWG meetings and one

webinar.• The TWG was charged with assisting in the

development of the administrative standards and to assist with establishing a consensus among program administrators and specialists.


Introduction and Overview of the StandardsPresented By:

Christy M. CowserHawaii Department of Transportation and

Technical Working Group Member


Purpose of the Administrative Standards

• The Model Administrative Standards establish a minimum acceptable level of operation for State Rider Training Programs.

• States are encourages to meet or exceed the minimum standards to improve and maintain the quality of their rider training program.

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Benefits of the Standards• Allow programs greater flexibility in course

development and delivery; and facilitate growth and improvement in their education system.

• Establishing the baseline for rider training conducted in the United States allows jurisdictions to tailor their program to excel in producing better students and safer riders.

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How Motorcycle Standards Will Assist Rider Training and Licensing

• A completed list of standards for motorcycle rider education will assist:– Program developers to create a motorcycle

safety course designed to reduce fatalities.– In evaluating current or future motorcycle

education.

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How Motorcycle Standards Will Assist Rider Training and Licensing, continued

• A completed list of standards for motorcycle rider education will assist:– In creating uniformity between all rider education

courses.– In developing:

• End of course tests• State motorcycle rider licensing tests (knowledge, skills

and in-traffic)

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Breakdown of Standards • Program Management• Course Requirements• Instructors/Instructor Trainers• Evaluation


Program Management

Presented By:Ray Pierce, TEAM OREGONTechnical Working Group


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State Program•State Program Responsibilities

– The designated State authority charged with administering, regulating and managing the State Program.

Program Management


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State Program•Collaboration with Driver Licensing Agency

– The jurisdiction’s driver licensing agency maintains authority over the license test waiver process. The State Program shall communicate, coordinate and collaborate with the driver licensing agency to ensure the integrity of the test waiver process.

Program Management


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Training Provider•Training Provider Responsibilities

– The training provider manages motorcycle rider training courses under the direction of the State Program.

Program Management


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Course Requirements

Presented By:Ray Gaulin, Connecticut DOT

Technical Working Group


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Course RequirementsInstructor / Student Ratio•The designated State authority shall establish criteria regarding Instructor to student ratios.

Range•The designated State authority shall establish requirements for range dimensions and conditions.


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Course RequirementsTraining Motorcycles•The designated State authority shall establish criteria regarding vehicles used for training.


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Course RequirementsRange Equipment•The designated State authority shall establish requirements for personal protective equipment worn on rider training ranges and other equipment necessary for the safety conduct of rider training courses.


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Course RequirementsProtective Equipment•All riders are required to wear the following protective equipment during range instruction:

– Helmet – Eye protection – Gloves – A long-sleeved jacket

or shirt

- Long, non-flared pants

- Boots or sturdy footwear


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Course RequirementsSafety Equipment• All rider training ranges must have the

following safety equipment in close proximity to the riding area during range instruction:– Class A fire extinguisher – First aid kit


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Course RequirementsStudents•Enrollment and Registration Requirements

– The designated State authority shall establish enrollment and registration requirements.


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Course RequirementsStudents•Course Completion

– The designated State authority shall establish a process for recognizing and documenting successful course completion.


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Instructors / Instructor Trainers

Presented By:Glenn Davis, Colorado DOTTechnical Working Group


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Instructors / Instructor Trainers• Instructor Responsibilities

– The designated State authority shall establish duties and responsibilities for Instructors.

• Instructor Trainer Responsibilities– The designated State authority shall

establish duties and responsibilities for Instructor Trainers.


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Instructors / Instructor Trainers• Instructor Qualifications

– The designated State authority shall establish qualification criteria for Instructors.

• Instructor Trainer Qualifications– The designated State authority shall

establish qualification criteria for Instructor Trainers.


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Instructors / Instructor Trainers• Instructor Requalification

– The designated State authority shall establish requalification criteria for Instructors.

• Instructor Trainer Requalification– The designated State authority shall

establish requalification criteria for Instructor Trainers.


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Evaluation

Presented By:Stacey “Ax” Axmaker, Idaho STAR

Technical Working Group


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EvaluationData•Data Collection

– The State Program shall collect student and course data in electronic format.

•Data Storage– Data storage and transfer should abide by applicable laws

regarding privacy and security of personal information. •Data Analysis

– The State Program shall collaborate with state agencies to collect, link and analyze data to determine contributing factors, trends, priorities and needs which may impact the rider training effort.


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EvaluationQuality Assurance•Quality Assurance Plan

– The State Program shall establish a quality assurance plan to promote continuous improvement. The plan shall be based on the objectives and standards established by the State Program.


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Evaluation• On-Site Reviews

– The State Program shall ensure each training location is subject to an on-site review at least once each year.

– Mobile Units – For training locations serviced by a mobile unit, each unit (not the individual locations served by the unit) shall be subject to this annual on-site review.


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Evaluation• On-Site Reviews

– On-Site Review Reporting – The State Program shall provide findings from the review to the Providers and Instructors in a timely manner and, as necessary, collaborate on a corrective action plan.


Process for Submitting State Comments

Presented By:Brett Robinson



Submitting Comments• Comments from state administrators can be

sent electronically to Brett Robinson of Highway Safety Services at [email protected].

• Please complete the “Comment Submission Form” which includes a contact person for your state, their name, title, state organization, email address and phone number.


Submitting Comments• An electronic version of the Standards

(Version August 24, 2012) and the “Comment Submission Form” will be emailed to each State Administrator.

• Only one set of comments will be accepted by each state through the State Motorcycle Safety Administrator.


Submitting Comments• Comments may be submitted:

– Using track changes

– Itemized or general comments (please reference the standard number)

• Please provide recommendations for suggested revisions.


Submitting Comments• Comments must be submitted by

September 30, 2012.

• Questions should be addressed to Brett Robinson at (724) 349-7233 or [email protected]


Future Steps

Presented By:John Brock, Windwalker Corporation and

Allen Robinson, Highway Safety Services, LLC


Future Steps

• State administrators will submit their comments to HSS by September 30, 2012.

• HSS will compile the comments and send to NHTSA for review.

• NHTSA, Windwalker and HSS will determine which comments should be incorporated into the standards.


Future Steps

• HSS will incorporate the comments into the standards.

• Windwalker/HSS will send revised standards to NHTSA for review and approval.

• Final product will be delivered to NHTSA.


Delivery Standards – Best Practices

Presented By:Allen Robinson, Highway Safety Services, LLC


Why?

• We are developing delivery standards simply to assist or demonstrate how states currently deliver rider education.

• There were no new standards created. All standards are currently used by state programs.


Purpose

• This will assist states who need guidance as to how they might deliver rider education.

• It will also allow states to compare what they do to this list of standards.


Other Possible Uses

• It may also assist in developing a certification program that is currently contracted to Cambridge Systematics, Inc.

• The draft document could be reviewed by a select number of administrators to determine its validity.


Questions

• Are these standards which states are currently using?

• Do these standards assist the state administrator in managing the state rider education program?

• Are there additional standards that can be identified?


Next Steps• Based on a review of 3-5 administrators

this would be a planning document that may or may not be used in the future. It could be an appendix to the official document.

• Anyone wanting to review and comment on these delivery standards can see me after today’s meeting.

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