Date/Time | Presenter/Affiliation | Description/Duration |
| 11/12/2009 1:00 p.m. eastern | Jeff Loftus
Technology Division | Smart Infrared Inspection System – Preliminary Field Test Results
Through a research grant from the FMCSA, the International Electronic Machines Corporation developed and tested a Smart Infrared Inspection System (SIRIS) at numerous locations including the FMCSA Commercial Motor Vehicle Roadside Technology Corridor along Interstate 81 in Eastern Tennessee. This webinar will showcase the intelligent capabilities of the SIRIS thermal imaging system, which is now capable of automatically evaluating each vehicle as it passes and, via a combined audio and visual alert, notify inspectors in the scale house of possible issues with a particular vehicle. Jeff Loftus, Technology Division Transportation Specialist, will present the results of the SIRIS system demonstration in April 2009 and follow-on field operational test in August 2009, which evaluated a combined total of over 7,000 vehicles.
60 minutes |
| 10/14/2009 1:00 p.m. eastern | Quon Kwan
Technology Division | CVISN Deployment Grant Program 2010
FMCSA has announced the availability of FY 2010 Commercial Vehicle Information Systems and Networks (CVISN) Deployment grant funding for States and the District of Columbia to deploy, operate, and maintain elements of their CVISN programs. Quon Kwan of the Technology Division will present this webinar that will provide information on the CVISN deployment grant, eligibility for funds, and the application process.
60 minutes |
| 9/9/2009 1:00 p.m. eastern | Betsy Benkowski
Analysis Division | Safety Data Improvement Program Grant Funding for 2010
Betsy Benkowski, Team Leader of the FMCSA State Data Quality Team will present information regarding the availability of Safety Data Improvement Program (SaDIP) grant funding for FY 2010, and how to apply. This webinar is open to FMCSA headquarters and field staff as well as our State partners (including SAFETYNET users, CVARS and SaDIP recipients, and professionals involved with crash and inspection data collection, and Data Q’s) and potential future State partners.
60 minutes |
| 7/22/2009 12:00 p.m. eastern | Olu Ajayi
Research Division | Evaluating the Safety Benefits of a Low Cost Driver Behavior Management System - Preliminary Results
FMCSA’s Research Division sponsored a study to evaluate the safety benefits of a low-cost driver behavior management system (DBMS) called DriveCam. The objective of this research was to provide an independent evaluation of the safety benefits of a commercially available low-cost DBMS in commercial motor vehicle operations. The DriveCam System integrates in-vehicle video, driving performance management software, and driver counseling to reduce poor driving and its resulting impacts and costs. This recently-completed study was conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI). It involved two commercial vehicle carriers, one local/short haul and one long-haul operation and a total of 100 large trucks. Jeff Hickman, the research coordinator at VTTI for this study, will present the findings from it in this webinar. The results demonstrate that the DBMS, DriveCam, significantly reduced the mean rate of safety-related events per 10,000 miles traveled.
60 minutes |
| 7/8/2009 12:00 p.m. eastern | Michael Johnsen
Analysis Division | Weather and Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety
FMCSA's Analysis Division conducted a study to analyze how existing weather conditions affect commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety and operations, and to investigate potential impacts of climate change on weather conditions. In this webinar, Environmental Protection Specialist Michael Johnsen will present an overview of the specific types of adverse weather conditions examined and how climate change may alter the distribution, frequency, duration and intensity of such weather events. It will further examine how an increase in severe storms could impact CMV practices and require responses in FMCSA regulatory enforcement.
60 minutes |
| 6/24/2009 12:00 p.m. eastern | Julie Lane
Technology Division | Integrating Performance and Registration Information Systems Management (PRISM) and Commercial Vehicle Information Systems & Networks (CVISN)
The Commercial Vehicle Information Systems and Networks (CVISN) and Performance and Registration Information Systems Management (PRISM) programs are two FMCSA initiatives designed to improve commercial vehicle safety through the use of advanced technologies and up-to-date safety and credentialing data. The two programs share many of the same philosophies, share a common information systems architecture and also make use of similar data. While the two programs can be deployed separately, states can benefit from designing their CVISN and PRISM deployments simultaneously. In this webinar, Julie Lane of the FMCSA Technology Division will highlight proven and effective means of deploying CVISN and PRISM simultaneously and will discuss the benefits to States that do so.
60 minutes |
| 6/3/2009 12:00 p.m. eastern | Martin Walker
Research Division | Driver Distraction in Commercial Vehicle Operations - Preliminary Results
The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of driver distraction in commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations. To accomplish this, data from two large-scale naturalistic studies were combined creating a data set that included over 200 CMV drivers and seven trucking fleets operating at 16 locations, accounting for approximately 3 million miles of continuous driving. Naturalistic data collection involves the instrumentation of in-service trucks with kinematic sensors, video cameras, and other equipment. CMV drivers use these equipped trucks while they operate their normal revenue-producing runs. A total of 4,452 safety-critical events (i.e., crashes, near-crashes, crash-relevant conflicts, and unintended lane deviations) were identified in the data set, along with 19,888 baseline (non-event) epochs. Key findings were that highly complex tasks, including those involving the use of technology while driving, lead to a significant increase in risk. Eye glance analyses were also conducted to examine driver eye location while performing tasks while driving. Tasks associated with high odds ratios (increased risk) were also associated with high eyes off forward road times. Based on the results of the analyses, a number of recommendations are presented that may help address the issue of driver distraction in CMV operations.
60 minutes |
| 5/13/2009 12:00 p.m. eastern | Michael Johnsen
Technology Division | Overview of FMCSA Technology Division Studies and Projects
The mission of FMCSA’s technology program is to adopt, develop, test and deploy simple and advanced integrated information technology solutions and innovative on-board commercial vehicle, driver, and roadside technologies. In this webinar, Acting Technology Division Chief Michael Johnsen and members of the Technology Division team will present an overview and answer questions regarding current activities the Division is working on which improve safety and security, save lives, and prevent serious injury by reducing the number and severity of commercial motor vehicle crashes. Check it out!
60 minutes |
| 4/22/2009 1:00 p.m. eastern | Julie Lane
Technology Division | CVISN—It's Not Just IRP and IFTA Anymore
In order to qualify for CVISN grants, States must develop an International Registration Plan (IRP) and both develop and sign an International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). However, they are not bound by IRP and IFTA and there are other beneficial initiatives that States can implement beyond the basic CVISN requirements. These can include numerous other intrastate credentials, as well as electronic payment which is an optional functionality that is key to providing motor carriers with a completely electronic credentialing capability. Julie Lane of FMCSA’s Technology Division will present an overview of why some States chose to implement a particular alternate functionality, how they went about implementing it, and the results and benefits observed to date. Attend this webinar to find out what other initiatives can be a benefit to your State!
60 minutes |
| 4/8/2009 11:00 a.m. eastern | Martin Walker
Research Division | Overview of FMCSA Research Division Programs and Studies
FMCSA's Research Division helps FMCSA to reduce large truck and bus crashes, injuries, and fatalities through a program that contributes to a safe and secure commercial transportation system. This is accomplished by expanding the knowledge and portfolio of deployable technologies and innovations through systematic studies directed toward fuller scientific discovery, knowledge, or understanding. This webinar provides a unique opportunity for members of the public to get an update from Dr. Martin Walker, Research Division Chief and other members of the Research Division on the latest studies for testing and deploying innovative driver, carrier, vehicle, and roadside best practices and technologies. Questions will also be taken at the end of the webinar. Don’t miss this chance to find out more about FMCSA research!
60 minutes |