In 2008, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration contracted with Windwalker Corporation and Highway Safety Services, LLC, to develop model national standards for motorcycle rider training programs. In August 2011 NHTSA completed the first phase of this effort by publishing Model National Standards for Entry-Level Rider Training (Report No. DOT HS 811 503). This publication was completed with extensive support and input from NHTSA, Windwalker Corporation, Highway Safety Services, a working group of subject matter experts, and members of the National Association of State Motorcycle Safety Administrators (SMSA). The model curriculum standards establish baseline content all novice motorcycle riders should be taught in training programs conducted in the United States. These curriculum content standards include: • Motorcycle pre-ride tasks; • Vehicle control skills; • Street strategies; • Roadway management skills; • Tasks related to carrying passengers, cargo, group riding and touring; and • Factors adversely affecting rider performance. The publication of the Model National Standards for Entry-Level Motorcycle Rider Training alone is not sufficient to achieve the goal of implementing strong rider training programs. Administrative standards provide guidance, benchmarks, and specify activities to help programs achieve and maintain quality programs. Critical factors such as establishing administrative control, instructor qualifications, instructional settings and equipment specifications need equal attention. Therefore, in 2011 NHTSA executed the second phase of this effort to develop model administrative standards for state motorcycle rider training programs to promote quality and consistency among and between State rider training programs. Administrative standards establish a minimum acceptable level of operation for State Motorcycle Rider Training Programs. States are encouraged to meet or exceed the minimum standards to improve and maintain the quality of their rider training programs. The Model National Administrative Standards for Motorcycle Rider Training Programs set forth in this document are designed to support all State Motorcycle Rider Training Programs in providing quality, consistent and safe motorcycle rider training. Individual standards for each section are identified with bold headings. Each standard subsequently lists elements the State should include in the administration of its Motorcycle Rider Training Program. These administrative standards primarily apply to entry-level rider training; however, the standards should apply to all State rider training programs for which license testing waivers are issued. The model administrative standards are grouped into the following four sections: 1. Program Management, 2. Course Requirements, 3. Instructors/Instructor Trainers, and 4. Evaluation. To assist in the development of the Model National Administrative Standards for State Motorcycle Rider Training Programs, a second technical working group (TWG) was organized and convened. The TWG consisted of State motorcycle rider training program administrators, motorcycle rider training specialists, and other leaders in program administration. TWG participants included: • Stacey Axmaker, Idaho STAR Motorcycle Safety Program; • Christy Cowser, Hawaii Department of Transportation/Highway Safety Section; • Glenn Davis, Colorado Department of Transportation, Highway Safety Office; • Ray Gaulin, Connecticut Department of Transportation, Rider Education Program (retired); • Robert Gladden, Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF); • Andrew Krajewski, Maryland Motor Vehicle Administrators and National Association of State Motorcycle Safety Administrators; • Lorrie Laing, Independent Technical Representative, Cambridge Systematics, Inc.; and • Ray Pierce, TEAM OREGON Motorcycle Safety Program. (Author/publisher)
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