1. SMSA Professional Development Workshop
The Development of Model Motorcycle Rider Training Program Administrative Standards
Welcome
State Administrators

2. Introductions SMSA NHTSA Windwalker Corporation
Highway Safety Services, LLC
Technical Working Group

3. 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 3

4. Presented By: Dr. Allen Robinson Highway Safety Services, LLC
Project Objectives
Presented By:
Dr. Allen Robinson
Highway Safety Services, LLC 4

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. Presented By: John Brock Windwalker Corporation
Project Overview
Presented By:
John Brock
Windwalker Corporation 8

9. 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. 9

10. 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. 10

11. 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. 11

12. 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. 12

13. 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. 13

14. 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.  14

15. 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. 15

16. 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.

17. Standards Working Group Process
Presented By:
Brett Robinson
Highway Safety Services, LLC

18. 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.

19. 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

20. Supporting Staff Windwalker John Brock Jennifer Richter
Highway Safety Services
Dr. Allen Robinson
Brett Robinson
Christie Falgione
NHTSA
Michael Jordon

21. 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.

22. 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.

23. Introduction and Overview of the Standards
Presented By:
Christy M. Cowser
Hawaii Department of Transportation and Technical Working Group Member

24. 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.

25. 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.

26. 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.

27. 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)

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

29. Presented By: Ray Pierce, TEAM OREGON Technical Working Group
Program Management
Presented By:
Ray Pierce, TEAM OREGON
Technical Working Group

30. Program Management State Program State Program Responsibilities
The designated State authority charged with administering, regulating and managing the State Program.

31. Program Management 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.

32. Program Management Training Provider
Training Provider Responsibilities
The training provider manages motorcycle rider training courses under the direction of the State Program.

33. Presented By: Ray Gaulin, Connecticut DOT Technical Working Group
Course Requirements
Presented By:
Ray Gaulin, Connecticut DOT
Technical Working Group 33

34. Course Requirements Instructor / Student Ratio Range
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.

35. Course Requirements Training Motorcycles
The designated State authority shall establish criteria regarding vehicles used for training.

36. Course Requirements Range 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.

37. Course Requirements Protective 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

38. Course Requirements Safety 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

39. Course Requirements Students Enrollment and Registration Requirements
The designated State authority shall establish enrollment and registration requirements.

40. Course Requirements Students Course Completion
The designated State authority shall establish a process for recognizing and documenting successful course completion.

41. Instructors / Instructor Trainers
Presented By:
Glenn Davis, Colorado DOT
Technical Working Group 41

42. 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.

43. 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.

44. 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.

45. Presented By: Stacey “Ax” Axmaker, Idaho STAR Technical Working Group
Evaluation
Presented By:
Stacey “Ax” Axmaker, Idaho STAR
Technical Working Group 45

46. Evaluation Data Data Collection Data Storage Data Analysis
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.

47. Evaluation Quality 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.

48. 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.

49. 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.

50. Process for Submitting State Comments
Presented By:
Brett Robinson
Highway Safety Services, LLC

51. Submitting Comments
Comments from state administrators can be sent electronically to Brett Robinson of Highway Safety Services at
Please complete the “Comment Submission Form” which includes a contact person for your state, their name, title, state organization, address and phone number.

52. Submitting Comments
An electronic version of the Standards (Version August 24, 2012) and the “Comment Submission Form” will be ed to each State Administrator.
Only one set of comments will be accepted by each state through the State Motorcycle Safety Administrator.

53. Submitting Comments Comments may be submitted:
Using track changes
Itemized or general comments (please reference the standard number)
Please provide recommendations for suggested revisions.

54. Submitting Comments Comments must be submitted by September 30, 2012.
Questions should be addressed to Brett Robinson at (724) or

55. Future Steps Presented By: John Brock, Windwalker Corporation and
Allen Robinson, Highway Safety Services, LLC

56. 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.

57. 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.

58. Delivery Standards – Best Practices
Presented By:
Allen Robinson, Highway Safety Services, LLC

59. 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.

60. 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.

61. 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.

62. 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?

63. 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.