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February 2017 Volpe Bulletin
This bulletin contains new documentary on rail safety, life-saving V2P technology, and innovative transportation solutions with General McDew.
News
Read the latest news and announcements from traffic safety interest groups and about traffic safety topics here.
GM, Toyota says U.S. Rules Limiting Self-Driving Cars Need to be Eased
General Motors Co and Toyota Motor Corp officials will tell a U.S. House panel on Tuesday that automakers need changes to automotive safety rules to allow the deployment of self-driving cars on American roads. “Without changes to those regulations, it may be years before the promise of today’s technology can be realized and thousands of […]
NHTSA Drowsy Driving Prevention Campaign
Take a Break. Drive Awake. Drowsy driving is a dangerous behavior that can result in serious injury or death. But despite the risks, drowsy driving is far too prevalent. Drowsy driving is estimated to contribute to as many as 1.2 million collisions, resulting in potentially 5,000 to 8,000 fatalities per year.
January/February 2017 EMS Update: Creating an Information-Driven Future for EMS
A new report highlights the importance of taking the EMS profession from one that simply collects data to one that turns those data into meaningful information that drives decision-making. Issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Office of EMS, the report, Beyond EMS Data Collection: Envisioning an Information-Driven Future , outlines some of the findings […]
January/February 2017 EMS Update: Webinar Addresses EMS Workforce Safety Issues
Latest edition of EMS Focus webinar series highlighting national data on EMS provider injuries, as well as local and national efforts to prevent them During a recent webinar hosted by the NHTSA Office of EMS, Audrey Reichard, an epidemiologist from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), discussed some of the research happening at the national […]
January/February 2017 EMS Update: EMS Agenda 2050: A New Vision for the Future of EMS
New effort to envision the future of EMS – and how to achieve that goal – provides opportunities for members of the EMS community and the public to participate “It’s not often that we have the opportunity to bring together members of our diverse profession, along with our partners in healthcare and public safety and […]
January/February 2017 EMS Update: Advisory Council Recommends Changes to EMS Funding, Education
Vince Robbins’ first meeting as chair of the National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (NEMSAC) certainly was exciting, as the council finalized seven advisories and recommended several more as drafts, on topics ranging from reimbursement to data collection. “This meeting was pretty remarkable because so many advisories came to completion after a year and a […]
U.S. Traffic Deaths Rise for a Second Straight Year
New York Times: Over the last decade, new cars have gotten electronic stability control systems to prevent skids, rearview cameras to prevent fender benders and more airbags to protect occupants in collisions. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been spent on campaigns to remind the public of the dangers of drunken driving, failing to buckle up […]
Fundamental Principles, Policies and Practices to Advance Vision Zero in the U.S.
Vision Zero Network: We aim to ensure that Vision Zero efforts entail not only bold proclamations and marketing campaigns but, more importantly, lasting changes that save lives and ensure safe mobility for all. This PDF, Moving From Vision to Action: Fundamental Principles, Policies and Practices to Advance Vision Zero in the U.S., was created to do […]
Driver Behavior Paramount as Autonomous Vehicles Introduced
Report Spotlights Safety Challenges in Era of New Technology WASHINGTON, D.C. – As autonomous vehicles (AVs) merge into our nation’s traffic, the most pressing safety challenge for states will be preparing human drivers. While these vehicles have the potential for tremendous safety benefits, AVs will be sharing the road with traditional driver-operated cars for many […]