To the 313 Ohio law enforcement agencies that participated in the
2019 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign
Following are the reported results of their efforts:
394 Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUID)
120 DUI arrest 20 and under
2,130 DUI arrest 21 and over
7,375 adult restraint citations
278 child restraint citations
36,247 speed violations
22,747 other citations
5,693 suspended or revoked licenses
1,300 felony arrests
137,694 traffic enforcement hours worked
117,455 traffic stops
174 agencies reported participating in educational or public awareness events(s) or put up community displays to highlight the mobilization.
131 agencies reported participating in any media (Radio, TV, Newspaper, etc) to highlight the mobilization.
I-8000 ANNUAL PROFICIENCY TESTING UPDATE
The end of the calendar year is rapidly approaching and with two months left, the holidays and other commitments in sight, there are still under 40 percent of the access card holders who have not done their annual proficiency test.
Like you, the holidays and year-end commitments also affect our work flow. While we strive to get all the subject tests and proficiency tests evaluated, as well as those individuals notified if they did not successfully complete a test - time is working against us.
With the new firmware, testing on the Intoxilyzer 8000 is easier than in the last few years. The guidelines for proficiency testing are posted on our website, so take advantage of testing early.
If you’re having a problem determining which guidelines to use, please contact our office at (614) 644-4609.
To download the above Rural Driving piece, click here.
To download additional Traffic Safety Materials, click here.
NHTSA Launches New OTC/Rx Impaired Driving Prevention Initiative
September 23 - November 17, 2019
Impaired driving is generally associated with alcohol, prescription drug abuse, or illegal drug use. The use of legally obtained prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medication can also impair driving.
There’s more than one way to drive under the influence.
Many legally obtained - and commonly used - prescription drugs and OTC medications can affect a user’s ability to drive safely. For example, antidepressants, opioids, and sleep aids, and even cold and allergy medicines can cause side effects [e.g. drowsiness, nausea, blurred vision, etc.] which can put drivers at risk.
New social media videos and audio files to help prevent Rx impaired driving are now available. Please share these videos widely through your social media accounts. Additionally, we include sample press releases, draft op eds, and other materials that you can use to help prevent impaired driving in your community.
Thanksgiving weekend, millions will hit the roads, eager to spend time with family and friends. It’s one of the busiest travel times of the year, and unfortunately more people on the roadways means the potential for more vehicle crashes.
During the 2016 Thanksgiving weekend (6 p.m. Wednesday, November 23, to 5:59 a.m. Monday, November 28), 341 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes nationwide. Tragically, 49 percent of those killed were not buckled up, representing an increase in seat belt use compared to the same weekend in 2015, when 52 percent of those killed in traffic crashes were unrestrained.
Nighttime proved even more deadly, with 55 percent of Thanksgiving weekend crashes occurring at night. Much like drunk driving, these deaths represent needless tragedies for families across America. These deaths could have been completely prevented with the simple click of a seat belt. Research shows that wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest things you can do to stay safe when you’re traveling in a vehicle, especially during busy travel periods like Thanksgiving.
Use these social norming marketing tools, which can be distributed to fit your local needs and objectives. These materials can help partner your office with other States, communities, and organizations on this seat belt safety initiative.
For Thanksgiving Weekend seat belt enforcement (CIOT) campaign material, click here.
For Thanksgiving Weekend campaign material, click here.
NEW COACH RYAN DAY - OSU FOOTBALL - STAY IN THE GAME - BUCKLE UP POSTER NOW AVAILABLE.
REMEMBER the OTSO offers materials for numerous traffic safety campaigns, including impaired driving, restraint usage, distracted driving, and motorcycles. Utilizing the numerous materials found here can make an impact that will reach beyond your community. By raising public awareness YOU can help save lives. The order form can be found by clicking here.
To view the flyer with speaker and registration information, click here.
To view the flyer with speaker and registration information, click here.
Researchers at Ohio State University are collecting information about Ohio drivers ages 15 ½ - 24 and their use of media and driving opinions and behaviors. These results will be compiled in a report for the Ohio Department of Public Safety who will share the results with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and our state legislators. The responses will help us tailor future public safety campaigns and learn more about how people form risk perceptions and attitudes.
We need responses from every county to make our campaigns as effective as possible for every county. We believe that Safe Communities will be a key partner in our data collection efforts.
To have your county participate in this research, please contact the director of the study, Dr. Brittany Shoots-Reinhard (shoots-reinhard.1@osu.edu). She will work with you to tailor materials and campaigns that will work for you and your community.
The "Save Face" poster is available from our office until the end of December, at which time we'll be retiring it. This poster comes in two sizes. Either a 12"x18" or 18"x24". They can be ordered using the Material Order form by clicking here. There are plenty of these posters left, so please order any amount you would like and can use.
All other traffic safety materials available from the OTSO can be ordered by using the same form.
