NETSTalk Now: Driving Change

In this episode of NET's Talk Now, host Susan Hipp welcomes Andy Schaudt, Chief of Staff at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) and assistant professor of practice in entrepreneurship. They discuss the critical intersection of human behavior and technology in advancing road safety. Andy, a self-proclaimed human experience enthusiast, shares insights on how understanding human characteristics can influence behaviors, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of technologies and services designed to protect road users. Tune in to learn about innovative approaches to fleet safety and the role of behavioral science in shaping safer driving environments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we discuss the challenges and issues facing fleets today and how CEI, a NETS fleet safety sponsor, provide value through their experience, resources, and products. From the benefits of focusing on positive incentives and promoting good driving behaviors, manager engagement and recognition, to the importance of self-recognition and self-awareness in encouraging drivers to adopt programs and solutions for safer driving, Brian shares his deep knowledge of client needs and advancing technologies to develop new products and services that deliver increased value to fleet and risk managers - and most importantly, saves lives.Tune in to learn more about the innovative products and services offered by CEI and how they contribute to risk reduction and mitigation in the industry.[00:02:23] Saving lives through fleet safety.[00:03:09] Safety emphasis and cost savings.[00:06:29] Lack of seatbelt use.[00:10:06] Reduction in collision rates.[00:12:47] Proactive measures for safety culture.[00:16:41] Expanding safety solutions.[00:18:10] CEI's Website and Contact Information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Driving without distraction is basic and should be a no-brainer, however in the past, there were fewer distractions while driving. Now with the prevalence of technology, there are even more distractions than most realise. Joined by Bob Mossing and Phil Moser, known as the Fleet Safety Geeks, we discuss their passion for fleet safety and the need to lead by example, making safety a part of the corporate culture. Whether you're a fleet manager seeking to enhance your safety protocols or an industry professional passionate about promoting road safety, this episode will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to elevate fleet safety standards. Join us as we embark on a journey towards safer roads and a more secure future for fleet operations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting your two-wheeled adventure, this episode is your guide to navigating the roads with both confidence and caution.Joined by LaCheryl Jones, Highway Safety Specialist at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, we delve into the essential topics that every motorcyclist and road user should know to ensure a safe and enjoyable riding experience for all. From understanding motorcycle road safety trends and the importance of proper gear, to avoiding possible dangerous driving scenarios, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to promote motorcycle safety.We believe that knowledge is power, and through this podcast, we aim to share the safe driving motorcycle practices especially for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Whether you're seeking practical advice, staying up-to-date with the latest safety trends, or simply craving inspiration from the riding community, "Riding the Path to Safety" is your go-to resource.Together, let's embrace the open road while prioritizing our safety, ensuring that each ride is a safe and memorable one and remembering that motorcycle safety is everyones safety. Resources mentioned in this episode:www.usajobs.govNational Center for Statistics and Analysis (NCSA)Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool (FIRST)Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS)Crash Report Sampling System (CRSA)Federal Highway Administration Motorcycle SafetyTransportation Research BoardChoose the Right Motorcycle Helmet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In "The Road to Distraction", we delve into the serious issue of distracted driving and its impact on road safety. Each year, thousands of lives are lost and countless more are injured due to drivers being distracted by their phones, eating while driving, or other distractions behind the wheel. As April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it is a time to regroup and take responsibility for the choices we make on the road. As drivers, we need to be cognizant of the fact that our only job is to drive. Joined by Robyn Robertson of the Traffic Injury and Research Foundation (TIRF), whose mission is to ensure people using roads making it home safely every day by eliminating road deaths, serious injuries and their social costs, we discuss forms of distracted driving, the psychology behind why people drive distracted despite knowing the dangers of it and what can be done to reduce distracted driving to create safer roads for everyone.Additional resources from April's episode:Traffic Injury and Research FoundationUSA National Distracted Driving CoalitionDrop it and Drive education programCanadian Coalition on Distracted Driving e-hubInsurance Institute for Highway SafetyNETS Distracted Driving Module Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The American Automobile Association (AAA) has estimated that 1 in 5 traffic fatalities in the US involves driver fatigue and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined that fatigue is the probable cause of 40% of recent highway crash investigations, alarming statistics that should concern anyone on the road. What started as research into oil and gas industry fatalities specifically, Kyla Hagan-Haynes discovered so many of these fatalities were due to driver fatigue crashes, which are fully preventable when we understand the effects and impacts of fatigue on the safety of fleet drivers and take actions to mitigate this driver risk. With more than 20 years experience in public health and 12 years in the space of occupational motor vehicle safety space, Kyla's passion is now applying both her analysis and the oil and gas industry best practices across other industries that could also benefit from driver fatigue management.Resources from this episode: Managing fatigue for the fleet safety professional guide by the Network of Employers for Traffic SafetyInternational Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP) fatigue management document Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AlertDriving takes a simple, yet highly sophisticated approach to fleet safety to proactively improve driver behavior. Joined by Gerry Martin, Chief Executive Officer of AlertDriving, we are taken on a journey of how to be in the moment, seek to know details and understand the inner workings of fact based analysis as relates to driver safety.Click here to learn more about Alert Driving and their products. Interested in a demo? Click here!If you have additional questions about driver ecosystems, you may contact Mark Andrews at mark.andrews@alertdriving.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the traffic fatality rate has increased 20% from 2019 to 2021, Greg Byrne, Senior Consultant at Nationwide discusses the trends in fleet safety affecting commercial auto insurance and what companies can do to mitigate fleet risks. Resources: Click here to learn more about the Kiefer FoundationMyCarDoesWhat.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ESG initiatives as they relate to road safety are good for business, good for employees, and good for society. Brought to you by eDriving, Andy Bradley, eDriving's Risk Management Guru and Former Head of Group Risk Services, Nestle and CEO of Intercone Re., discusses initiatives that will increase stakeholder buy-in and work towards achieving the lofty targets of the United Nations' Decade of Action for Road Safety.Want to learn more? Click here to learn more about the Global Road Safety PartnershipClick here to learn more about eDriving, the global digital driver risk management gurusClick here to view the Benchmarking global road safety: a private-public best practice to improve road safety webinar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With nearly half of all industrial accidents with injuries being alcohol-related and 1-in-10 U.S. commercial drivers testing positive for alcohol (the highest rate worldwide), Michael Watson joins the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety to discuss how SOBRsafe™ has developed a proprietary, touch-based solution to this problem. From employee retention, reduced insurance costs and most importantly, saving lives, SOBRsafe™ is truly creating a culture of prevention to remove alcohol risk from our roadways and workplaces. Click here to learn more about SOBRsafe™ or you can reach out to Michael directly at michael.watson@sobrsafe.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Impaired driving and alcohol use has increased throughout the pandemic, with statistics showing a startling reversal of the decrease previously seen in impaired driving fatalities. Furthermore, with the increased use of recreational cannabis, what is the impact of that on impaired driving and the impact for employers with employees who consume those substances.Joined by Darrin Grondel, Vice President of Traffic Safety and Government Relations at The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility, learn about what employers and fleet managers can do to address impaired driving. From his early career with the Washington State Patrol through to his national leadership on the executive committee of the Governors Highway Safety Association, Dr. Grondel has contributed to numerous national projects related to drug-impaired driving, autonomous vehicles, and national strategic efforts to reduce traffic fatalities to zero.Click here to learn about The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility, including access to their National Drunk Driving Statistics Map by State. Click here to learn about the National Alliance to Stop Impaired Driving, including access to their State-by-State map of impaired driving laws, including cannabis specific laws. For Employer policies and procedures, check out The National Safety Council for Safety Training, Workplace Safety and Roadway Safety resources, and the soon to be released Leadership Road Safety Playbook by NETS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 1995 bus crash in Turkey changed the trajectory of Rochelle Sobel's life, who would become the founder and President of the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT), a nonprofit organization that promotes road travel safety throughout the world via education and advocacy. Rochelle discusses how road crashes are both predictable and preventable, diving into the number of factors that contribute to road crashes, from poor road infrastructure and management, non-road worthy vehicles, unenforced or non-existent traffic laws and more. ---------------------------This episode is dedicated to the life and memory of Aron Sobel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we discover how a roadside accident as an EMT began Ryan McMahon's journey of now saving lives using the power of mobile telematics.As the world's largest telematics service provider, Cambridge Mobile Telematics uses AI and machine learning to achieve their goal change driver behavior on a global scale to make drivers, passengers and roads safer. Ryan shares with us his insights into how they are continuously working towards this goal.More information about Cambridge Mobile Telematics can be found by clicking here. For additional information about how CMT's AI-driven telematics platform works, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is one thing everyone worldwide has in common - road trauma. Joined by Rob McInerney, CEO of the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP), we learn how lives can be saved on an exponential level using the iRAP Star Rating and other programs RESOURCES•Star Ratings•Star Ratings for Schools•Vaccines for Roads•To access additional IRAP Resources, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to NETSTalk Now: Driving Change, a podcast bringing you engaging conversations with global road safety leaders and innovators, so you too can work to advance road safety for everyone.The Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) is a collaborative group whose mission it is to advance road safety among all drivers, employees and their families, and the communities where employees live and work.RESOURCESNETS Strength In Numbers Benchmark reportCost of Crashes CalculatorPost-incident coaching toolkitTo access additional road safety resources, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know distracted driving is a serious issue and that it has an immeasurable impact on road safety. Each year, thousands of lives are lost and countless more are injured due to drivers being distracted by their phones, eating while driving, or other behaviors behind the wheel. In April during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it's a great time to remember that we all have an obligation to ensure we drive as safely as possible every time we get behind the wheel. But fleet operators have an even greater duty to ensure their drivers are not driving distracted- because they face liability issues and legal challenges if they don't have strong policies and standards that address the issue with their drivers. In this episode, hear from Ted Chen, Co-Founder and CEO of LifeSaver Mobile, about the dangers of distracted driving and a real-world solution fleets should implement in order to protect their drivers and keep them from being distracted, as well from Bri Jesionek, Market Strategy Director- Enterprise Telematics, Great American Insurance Group, to share her perspectives from the insurance industry on how underwriters or carriers can motivate groups to go beyond policy and opt into preventative safety technology and why fleets need to take distracted driving seriously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Stefan Heck, CEO and Founder of Nauto, to hear about the history of technology and how AI has burst onto the scene in all industries, including the vehicle safety space. What can commercial fleets expect to see by deploying an AI-powered safety solution? Will the collisions and fatalities go to zero? Stefan shares his insights into where he sees the auto industry evolving (from a Safety perspective) in the next 3-5 years.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.