May 2021 ADTSEA eNewsletter
2021 ADTSEA Conference: Gearing Up to Meet in Knoxville!Only about 80 days to go until the 2021 ADTSEA Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee! This year’s July 25-28 conference is shaping up to be incredible, with fantastic presenters and sessions. Add in the three pre-conference workshops, and the agenda is packed full of opportunities to learn, share, and grow. In addition to devoting time to critical topics such as vehicle safety technologies and training with virtual reality (VR), you’ll also hear about the most recent developments in classroom teaching techniques and teacher preparation
systems. Plus local ADTSEA Board Member, driving school owner, and fellow car enthusiast Greg Mangan is arranging some spectacular outings, including an evening cruise on the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. So yes, you will have fun- it’s a requirement! So now is the time to get started- please register at www.adtsea.org and be sure to reserve your rooms at the Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University. Please note that the formal start of this year’s conference will be on Monday morning, July 26, so we’re testing out a slightly different schedule for
2021. The pre-conference workshops will start on Saturday, July 24. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay tuned for more details! Bill Van Tassel, Ph.D. ADTSEA President
2021 ADTSEA/NSSP Conference "Rising to Today's Challenges - Creating Tomorrow's Opportunites"
Knoxville, Tennessee
July 25-28, 2021
Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN! ADTSEA Registration Link NSSP Registration Link The Annual ADTSEA Conference brings together national leaders in traffic safety and driver education in the interest of quality programs. This is an opportunity to come together and share information that is a valuable part of our continued education. ADTSEA program planners prepare an extensive list of presenters to include national leaders, motivational speakers, and awards recognition. The sessions are designed to assist attendees by providing contact hours to meet Professional Development requirements. http://www.adtsea.org/
YOUTH TRAFFIC SAFETY MONTH A REMINDER THAT PARENTS PLAY CRUCIAL ROLE IN GUIDING TEENS’ SAFE BEHAVIOR BEHIND THE WHEELNew Film from National Road Safety Foundation
Documents Every Parent’s Worst Nightmare “Not So Fast,” a nine-minute film by award-winning director Jessica Hester, tells the story of Connecticut teenager Reid Hollister, who was killed when he lost control of his speeding car on a highway exit ramp and rolled down an embankment. The film shows the emotional toll on crash survivors – family and friends who are left behind. https://www.nrsf.org/resources/speed-aggression
GHSA Wants More Action on Distracted DrivingThe Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and StopDistractions.org are calling on US states to implement a comprehensive strategy to combat distracted driving. Both parties want the strategy to include high visibility enforcement of primary texting and hand-held mobile phone bans, coupled with extensive public outreach that explains how distraction takes a driver’s eyes and mind off the road and puts others at risk. https://www.itsinternational.com/its2/its4/news/ghsa-wants-more-action-distracted-driving
UPCOMING CONFERENCES, EVENTS AND TRAINING WORKSHOPS
69TH Annual Illinois High School & College Driver Education Association (IHSCDEA) Conference - VirtualMay 6, 2021More Information
Vermont Driver & Traffic Safety Education Association (VDTSEA) Spring Conference - VirtualMay 20, 2021More Information
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It’s that time of year again! The summer months are approaching along with the promise of warmer weather. It is officially motorcycle season. For those reasons, May was named Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Motorcycle safety is the responsibility of everyone on the roads. While it should be of the utmost importance year-round, please be especially diligent during these warmer months when motorcycle riding at its highest. TIPS FOR MOTORISTS - If you are turning at an intersection and your view of oncoming traffic is
partially obstructed, wait until you can see around the obstruction, sufficiently scan for all roadway users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists alike), and proceed with caution. Slow your decision-making process down at intersections.
- One’s reaction time and ability to assess and respond to a potential collision, such as a lane change, is significantly hindered if there are large differences in speed among vehicles in traffic. When approaching a congested roadway, being diligent in modifying your speed to match that of the cars in traffic can be a lifesaver, particularly for motorcyclists.
- Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width. Though it may seem as if there is enough room in a single lane for a motor vehicle and a motorcycle, looks can be
deceiving. Share the road, but not the lane: A motorcyclist needs room to maneuver safely.
- Because motorcycles are smaller than most vehicles, they can be difficult to see. Their size can also cause other drivers to misjudge their speed and distance.
- Size also counts against motorcycles when it comes to blind spots. Motorcyclists can be easily hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot. Always look for motorcycles by checking your mirrors and blind spots before switching to another lane of traffic.
- Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic. This allows motorcyclists to anticipate your movement and find a safe lane position.
- Do not be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a motorcycle — it may not be self-canceling and the motorcyclist may have forgotten to turn it off. Wait to be sure the rider is going to turn before you proceed.
- Allow more follow distance — three or four seconds — when following a motorcycle; this gives the motorcycle rider more time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. Motorcycle riders may suddenly need to change speed or adjust their lane position to avoid hazards such as potholes, gravel, wet or slippery surfaces, pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved pavement.
Please visit NHTSA's https://www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov/ for more information and resources to share about Motorcycle Safety Awareness and many other traffic safety campaigns!
National Seat Belt Enforcement Mobilization May 17 - June 6, 2021Seat belts have been proven to be one of the best ways to save your life in a crash. Yet, many still don't buckle up. Worse still, not wearing a seat belt is a habit that will pass on to impressionable youth who, in turn, will think it is safe to not buckle up. The Click It or Ticket campaign focuses on safety education, strong laws, and law enforcement support to save lives. Remember these dates: - May 10
- June 6, 2021 (earned media)
- May 17 - June 6, 2021 (paid media)
- May 24 - June 6, 2021 (enforcement)
Learn more about the mobilization here.
Visit www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov for free media resources.
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