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Driver Distraction from Electronic Devices: Insights and Implications Webinar     New!

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I.D.# WB1140

Printable Description

Duration: 4 Hours

April 3-5, 2013 (2 Sessions ) - via telephone/internet Show Session Dates Session 1 - April 3 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET) Session 2 - April 5 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET)
October 2-4, 2013 (2 Sessions ) - via telephone/internet Show Session Dates Session 1 - October 2 (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET) Session 2 - October 4 (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET)

Although many have an idea of what the term “driver distraction” means, there is no common definition within the research community. Additionally, there are many studies that have investigated the topic, but with varying and sometimes conflicting results. What should be made of these discrepancies?

This four-hour webinar will provide an overview of driver distraction (predominantly electronic devices): the problem; how to define it; the current state of research and how to critically evaluate that research to make informed decisions; and the effectiveness of state laws and fleet policies to reduce it. The conclusion of the course will summarize strategies, techniques, and technologies that have been shown to be effective in reducing distracted driving from electronic devices.

Learning Objectives
By connecting with this webinar, you will be able to:

• Weigh the extent of the driver distraction problem
• Define driver distraction
• Critically examine the current state of driver distraction research
• Identify the strengths and limitations of various research approaches that assess driver distraction from electronic devices
• Recognize the difference between various forms of distraction (cognitive, auditory, visual, manual)
• Assess the effectiveness of policy efforts to reduce driver distraction from electronic devices
• Explain that all cell phone “tasks” do not have equal risk
• Determine effective strategies, techniques, and technologies for minimizing distracted driving

Who Should Attend
This course is intended for all those interested in being equipped to critically examine the current state of research in driver distraction. Although the course is aimed at driver distraction from electronic devices, the results pertain to driver distraction in general. Vehicle manufacturers, OEMs, and cell phone providers and manufacturers will be able to use the information presented in this webinar to develop engineering solutions in this area. Government and driving advocate officials will be able to use the information presented in this webinar to design and deliver informed policy decisions regarding driver distraction. Transportation safety researchers will learn about the latest research in this area as well as future research needs.

Topical Outline
Session 1

• Overview of Driver Distraction Problem
  • Statistics (crashes, injuries, fatalities, monetary burden)
• Forms of Distraction
  • Cognitive
  • Visual
  • Auditory
  • Manual
  • Definition of Driver Distraction
  • Overview of Methods to Assess Driver Distraction
    • Epidemiological
    • Empirical
    • Naturalistic

Session 2

• Possible Reasons for Discrepancies
  • Driver Choice
  • Self-regulation
  • Arousal
• Effectiveness of Policy Efforts to Reduce Driver Distraction from Electronic Devices
• Research Needs/Next Steps
• Minimizing Distracted Driving from Electronic Devices (what works, what shows promise, what doesn't work)
• Summary

Instructor(s): Jeffrey Hickman

Dr. Jeffrey Hickman is a Group Leader at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute. His primary areas of research include community-wide applications of behavior-based safety, self-management, and organizational culture change techniques, assessing driver behavior, fatigue, work/rest cycles, and driver distraction in commercial motor operations. These research projects include competitive research awards from the FMCSA, NHTSA, Mine Health and Safety Administration, National Transportation Research Center, Inc., Transportation Research Board, Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators, and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. He has over 60 presentations, 30 scientific publications and technical reports, scientific reviews for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and currently serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, Accident Analysis and Prevention, and Journal of Organizational Behavior Management. Dr. Hickman is also the President of Hickman Management Solutions. He has significant experience in the design, delivery, and implementation of targeted solutions for organizations looking to improve safety, productivity, and performance.

Registration Information
Registration for this live webinar is available on a per-person basis, similar to purchasing a seat in a classroom. Participants attend an online session from work or home; anywhere with a PC with internet access (at least 56K) and a telephone. The fee includes one connection to the two hour conference call (toll free telephone number provided for U.S. and select countries*) and assigned personal ID number; one connection to SAE's online training center (via WebEx); and access to a secure course in the SAE Learning Center that contains the webinar presentations, class session recordings, supplemental materials, and assignments.

Registrations will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. the day before the start of the webinar, but early registration is encouraged to allow for pre-course set-up and instructions.

*Global toll-free telephone numbers are provided for many countries outside the U.S., but are limited to those on the WebEx call-in toll-free number list. Check here to see if your country has a global call-in toll free telephone number for this webinar. If your country is not listed, you may still connect to this webinar using the US/Canada Call-in toll number or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

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NOTE: The course presentation will be recorded and made available for 30 days to those who register by the deadline.

Multiple Seat Discount - Does your company have a group of employees who need this course? Register one individual at the appropriate member or list price, then register as many additional employees at half off the list price. To receive the discount, register all individuals at the same time or mention the confirmation number for the first registrant when calling SAE Customer Service. The offer is good for only the same webinar offering. All registrants will receive a personal account and opportunity for CEUs.

Cancellations
Can't attend on the dates/times above? The presentations will be recorded and made available for 30 days to those who are registered, regardless of availability for the live sessions. If you still need to cancel, transfer to a future offering, or designate a substitute, a full refund is issued if you notify SAE at least 14 days prior to the webinar start date. If less than 14 days prior, please contact SAE Customer Service to discuss options*. NOTE: SAE reserves the right to cancel webinars and cannot be held responsible for related costs incurred by registrants other than the registration fee.

*Cancellation penalties may apply.

Fees: $405.00 ; SAE Members: $324.00 - $365.00

.4 CEUs
You must complete all course contact hours and successfully pass the learning assessment to obtain CEUs.

Testimonial
"Very interesting topic and good insight on past studies."
Susan Drescher
Product Management
Continental Automotive

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