TrafficWise - October 4, 2021

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October 4, 2021

Year-to-Date Confirmed Traffic Fatalities, Current versus 2020 Traffic Fatalities

FATAL CRASHES 2021 YEAR TO DATE MAP can be found here.

FATAL COMPARISON MAP can be found here.

OHIO - MAKING A DIFFERENCE

DRIVE SOBER

OR GET PULLED OVER

Photo: Madison County

Thank you to all of Ohio's Law Enforcement Agencies, Safe Communities Coalitions and Traffic Safety Advocates throughout Ohio for your support in the 2021 Click It or Ticket and Drive Sober of Get Pulled Over National Mobilizations. - OTSO

A reminder: In order to document Ohio’s effort as we report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), law enforcement partners are asked to report their enforcement and public awareness efforts for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization. The “Activity Reporting” form which your agency can use for the mobilization can be found clicking here. THERE IS STILL TIME!! Please complete and return your activity for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The “Activity Report” can be sent to the OTSO by fax at (614) 752-4646 or by email at TrafficSafety@dps.ohio.gov.

Again, thank you for your support and your agency’s efforts in supporting the goal to make Ohio’s roads safe.

NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK

Rules for the Road

National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 17-23, 2021

This week, and every week, parents should have conversations with their teens about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. These rules address the greatest dangers for teen drivers: alcohol, inconsistent or no seat belt use, distracted and drowsy driving, speeding, and number of passengers.

Facts about Teen Driver Fatalities

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States.
In 2019, there were 2,042 people killed in crashes involving a teen driver, of which 628 deaths were the teen driver.
Parents can be the biggest influencers on teens' choices behind the wheel if they take the time to talk with their teens about some of the biggest driving risks.

For more information on this campaign, click here.

DRUNK DRIVING I BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING

Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021

This Halloween, let’s make happy memories, not tragic nightmares. The only thing scarier than zombies and witches loose on the streets is an impaired driver. This year, NHTSA is teaming up with local officials to help spread the message that:

Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving

Even one alcoholic beverage could be one too many for some drivers. So, if you plan to drive, plan to refrain from alcohol. If you do plan to enjoy some witch’s brew, be sure to arrange a sober ride home in advance. Stay safe on Halloween night, and every night.

For more information on this campaign, click here.

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND

This Thanksgiving weekend, millions will hit our nation's 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.

Dates to remember:

Nov.24-28 / Thanksgiving Impaired Driving Prevention (buzzed / drugs)
Nov.24 / Blackout Wednesday (buzzed driving)
Nov.25 / Thanksgiving Weekend Travel (Buckle Up / Click It or Ticket)

Use these 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 more information on this campaign, click here.

TRAFFIC SAFETY RESOURCE PROSECUTORS

VIDEO TRAINING SERIES

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TO MEET THE TSRP'S AND LEARN WHAT TRAINING IS AVAILABLE TO LAW ENFORMCEMENT AND PROSECUTORS, click here.
TRAFFIC SAFETY CASE LAW UPDATE FOR 2020 - to view this video click here.
OHIO INTOXILYZER 8000 FOR PROSECUTORS - to view click here.

Stay tuned to future issues of TrafficWise as new videos are released.

SEPTEMBER WEDNESDAY - WEBINAR SERIES

IN PERSON TRAININGS AVAILABLE

PROSECUTING THE DRUGGED DRIVER

A FREE 8.0 HOUR CLE TRAINING

WHEN: Oct. 26, 2021 (8:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

WHERE: Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy, 740 E. 17^th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio, 43211

WHO: Municipal and County Prosecutors and Law Enforcement

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Prosecuting the Drugged Driver is a course designed to provide prosecutors and law enforcement officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully investigate and prosecute drug impaired driving cases. The course is designed to encourage a team building approach between prosecutors and officers to aid in the detection, apprehension, and prosecution of drug impaired drivers. Attendees will participate in interactive sessions taught by a multidisciplinary faculty. Topics will include: signs and symptoms of drug impairment including identifying causes and prevention of addiction, drug impairment detection, and treatment alternatives, the Drug Recognition Expert (D.R.E.) process, the role of the toxicologist, effectively litigating and presenting a DUID case at trial, qualifying the DRE as an expert in court, and responding to common defense challenges in DUID cases..

Click here for more information and how to register.

PROSECUTING THE DRUGGED DRIVER

A FREE 6.0 HOUR CLE TRAINING

WHEN: Nov. 5, 2021 (9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.)

WHERE: Owens Community College, Heritage Hall, Rooms 123 A & B, 310 2nd Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551

WHO: Municipal and County Prosecutors and Law Enforcement

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Prosecuting the Drugged Driver is a course designed to provide prosecutors and law enforcement officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully investigate and prosecute drug impaired driving cases. The course is designed to encourage a team building approach between prosecutors and officers to aid in the detection, apprehension, and prosecution of drug impaired drivers. Attendees will participate in interactive sessions taught by a multidisciplinary faculty. Topics will include: signs & symptoms of drug impairment including identifying causes and prevention of addiction, drug impairment detection, and treatment alternatives, the Drug Recognition Expert (D.R.E.) process, the role of the toxicologist, effectively litigating and presenting a DUID case at trial, qualifying the DRE as an expert in court, and responding to common defense challenges in DUID cases.

Click here for more information and how to register.

Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) provides officers with general knowledge related to drug impaired driving and to promote the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DRE). Law enforcement officers will learn to observe, identify and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs, alcohol, or a combination of both, in order to reduce the number of impaired driving crashes.

The ARIDE program stresses the importance of the signs and symptoms of the seven drug categories. Officers attending this course will receive an update/refresher of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFSTs) and must successfully pass an SFST proficiency evaluation. This training also promotes interaction with representatives from the state's prosecution community who are encouraged to attend. The instructors for this course are all Ohio DRE certified instructors.

Prerequisite: Law enforcement officers must have had training in SFST (previously ADAP). This course is funded through an OTSO/NHTSA grant and is free for sworn Ohio law enforcement officers and prosecutors only. Tuition for out-of-state officers is $250.

To view the upcoming classes and to register, click here.

Drug Recognition Expert Program

The Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Program is a traffic safety program that focuses on the detection, apprehension and adjudication of drug-impaired drivers.

A DRE is a law enforcement officer highly trained to recognize impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs other than or in addition to alcohol.

For more information, upcoming training dates and how to apply for this free training, please view the DRE Application, School Information and upcoming classes by clicking here.

The the most recent edition of the Ohio LTAP Center newsletter is available online! Click here

This edition includes the following articles:

New CDL Training Requirements Effective February 2022
Local Public Agency (LPA) Participation Requirement Review Form
New! One-Time Funding Opportunity: Township Stimulus Program
Video Corner: Snow & Ice Training
DriveOhio Smart Mobility Ambassadors: Developing Ohio’s Emerging Transportation Workforce
Focus on Funding: Local Major Bridge (LMB) Program

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The Ohio LTAP Center

1980 W. Broad Street, Mail Stop #1240, Columbus, OH 43223

614-387-7359 or 1-877-800-0031 (Toll Free)

Email: ltap@dot.ohio.gov

Dear Colleagues,

Please find the Fall 2021 edition of NHTSA’s Impaired Driving Division Update by clicking here. In this edition we share information about estimated 2021 Q1 fatality numbers, the 10^th edition of Countermeasures That Work, and upcoming campaigns.

We hope you find the Update helpful. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Healthy Wishes,

Devin Burke - Highway Safety Specialist

NHTSA

NOTICE: Ordered Yard Signs are unable to be shipped until at least mid-October. We apologize for an inconvenience this might cause. - OTSO

Updated "STAY ALIVE! don't TXT & drive" poster now available.

You can order the updated poster by using the order form that can be found by clicking here.

REMEMBER the OTSO offers materials for numerous traffic safety campaigns, including impaired driving, restraint usage, distracted driving, speeding 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.

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