Road traffic safety

CAPA Joins the Fight Against CA SB 930 - Senator Wiener and Assemblymember Haney's Dangerous 4 a.m. Bar Bill

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Martedì, Giugno 21, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice is welcoming the participation of the California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) and state legislators in opposing passage of a bill that is the fifth attempt since 2013 to extend alcohol hours of service in California. Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) and Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) "gutted and amended" SB 930, a bill originally relating to housing which passed the Senate in May. SB 930 is now a bill in the Assembly that has nothing to do with housing but would allow 7 cities in California to extend alcohol sales in bars and restaurants to 4 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) and Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) "gutted and amended" SB 930 , a bill originally relating to housing which passed the Senate in May.
  • SB 930 is no different, it is public policy at its worst."
  • Last call timeswhat the scientific literature calls "trading hours"are a backbone of maintaining alcohol as a safe and legal product.
  • Alcohol Justice and CAPA are urging concerned Californians to oppose SB 930 by Texting JUSTICE to 313131.

Deadline for OTS and Caltrans’ ‘Get Off Your Apps’ Video Contest Extended to July 4

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Mercoledì, Giugno 8, 2022
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The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) have extended the deadline for the Get Off Your Apps distracted driving video contest to July 4.

Key Points: 
  • The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) have extended the deadline for the Get Off Your Apps distracted driving video contest to July 4.
  • Distracted driving is anything that takes ones eyes, hands or mind away from the task of driving.
  • Nearly a million crashes occur each year nationwide as a result of distracted driving, said Caltrans Acting Director Steven Keck.
  • This contest is a great opportunity for Californians to share their outlook on distracted driving and how it can be prevented.

Wiener's Dangerous 4 a.m. "Zombie" Bar Bill Rises Again

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Sabato, Giugno 4, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice is condemning State Senator Scott Wiener's 4th attempt since 2017 to extend alcohol hours of service in California. Wiener "gutted and amended" SB 930, a bill originally relating to housing which passed the Senate in May. Now it's a bill in the Assembly that would allow 7 cities in California to extend alcohol sales in bars and restaurants to 4 a.m. All of Wiener's previous attempts to extend alcohol sales have failed.

Key Points: 
  • Wiener "gutted and amended" SB 930 , a bill originally relating to housing which passed the Senate in May.
  • "This is his fourth attempt to disrupt the protections of a uniform closing time in California.
  • If passed it will allow a poorly conceived "pilot project" to turn much of the state's population into "Splash Zone" lab animals."
  • "The San Francisco State Senator continues to turn his back on common sense by authoring another dangerous 4 a.m. bill," said Michael Scippa, Public Affairs Director at Alcohol Justice.

OTS and Caltrans Launch New ‘Get Off Your Apps’ Education Campaign and Video Contest to Encourage Drivers to Put the Phone Away

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Venerdì, Aprile 15, 2022
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The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced today a new statewide education campaign and video contest that encourages drivers to Get Off Your Apps and put the phone away.

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  • The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced today a new statewide education campaign and video contest that encourages drivers to Get Off Your Apps and put the phone away.
  • The phone is not your friend when youre driving, OTS Director Barbara Rooney said.
  • Put the phone away and put all your attention on the task of driving.
  • On April 20, CHP officers will participate in a statewide enforcement campaign specifically focused on citing drivers caught violating the hands-free cell phone law.

DSG Global, parent company of Imperium Motors today updates progress on the Imperium SEV Homologation.

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Mercoledì, Aprile 13, 2022
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Mr. Rieger is supervising the progress of PMG and liaison with Skywells engineering team for technical support.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Rieger is supervising the progress of PMG and liaison with Skywells engineering team for technical support.
  • Mr. Russel Rieger commented, PMG is one of the largest and most advance Certification and Homologation Vendor in the world.
  • The assessment of the SEV has been so far encouraging.
  • For additional information about Imperium Motors product lines, please visit www.imperiumev.com
    DSG Global is an emerging global technology company with an array of interconnecting businesses in some of the fastest-growing market sectors.

2021's Worst Red-Light Runners Caught on Video

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Martedì, Dicembre 28, 2021
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In the latest in the company's annual series, this year's video vividly reinforces that red-light running is one of the most dangerous traffic scenarios on American roads.

Key Points: 
  • In the latest in the company's annual series, this year's video vividly reinforces that red-light running is one of the most dangerous traffic scenarios on American roads.
  • The examples showcased in the video could have been captured anywhere and yielded similar disturbing results.
  • "By deploying more intelligent transportation systems such as road safety cameras, communities are empowered to help improve driver behavior and reduce crashes.
  • Red-light and speed safety enforcement programs are known to deter and reduce dangerous driving behaviors that create needlessly unsafe conditions on our roads.

Honda Strengthens Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility in America; Strategy Includes New Charitable Funding Opportunities

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Lunedì, Novembre 1, 2021
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Honda's CSR commitment is structured around five CSR pillarsEducation, Environment, Mobility, Traffic Safety and Communityand includes giving from both Honda and the Honda USA foundation.

Key Points: 
  • Honda's CSR commitment is structured around five CSR pillarsEducation, Environment, Mobility, Traffic Safety and Communityand includes giving from both Honda and the Honda USA foundation.
  • Honda's vision for CSR now centers on five pillars, grounded in Honda's corporate values, and will be supported by Honda and the Honda USA Foundation.
  • As a part of Honda's new CSR strategy, Honda consolidated its three former U.S. foundationsthe American Honda Foundation, Honda of America Foundation and Honda Marine Science Foundationinto one, the Honda USA Foundation.
  • The company also has streamlined its charitable giving to offer both corporate and foundation funding opportunities.

CARSP Launches Resources to Support the United Nations’ Second Decade of Action for Road Safety

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Martedì, Ottobre 19, 2021
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On October 28th, 2021, the United Nations and the World Health Organization will launch the Second Decade of Action for Road Safety , which aims to reduce global road traffic deaths and injuries by 50% by 2030.

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  • On October 28th, 2021, the United Nations and the World Health Organization will launch the Second Decade of Action for Road Safety , which aims to reduce global road traffic deaths and injuries by 50% by 2030.
  • This resource covers 13 important road safety topics, including Canadas Road Safety Strategy 2025, Vision Zero and the Safe Systems Approach, Safe Speeds, Emerging Technologies, and Road Safety During Covid-19.
  • The Road Safety Information webpage will be updated at least every year in English and French.
  • CARSP is a diverse group of professionals involved in the research, management, delivery and promotion of road safety programs.

Office of Traffic Safety, Safety Center Hosts “Superheroes” Day Full of Biking, Walking Safety Activities

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Domenica, Settembre 19, 2021
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The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Safety Center Incorporated partnered to encourage the young traffic safety superheroes to dress up in capes and masks as they participated in bicycle and pedestrian obstacle courses that put their safety skills to the test.

Key Points: 
  • The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and Safety Center Incorporated partnered to encourage the young traffic safety superheroes to dress up in capes and masks as they participated in bicycle and pedestrian obstacle courses that put their safety skills to the test.
  • We are proud to partner with Safety Center to host a hands-on event for children that can help them at the start of the school year.
  • Empowering children to be safety superheroes is more than just telling them what to do or what not to do, said Jenny Mensch, Safety Center Community Programs Manager.
  • The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) administers traffic safety grants that deliver innovative programs and help to eliminate traffic fatalities and injuries on California roads.

Colas Selects Samsara for Improved Fleet Safety and Optimised Coaching

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Giovedì, Luglio 29, 2021
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As part of their ongoing commitment to safety, Colas will leverage Samsara's video-based safety solution , including AI Dash Cams and driver coaching workflows, to increase visibility into driver behaviour and proactively aim to prevent accidents before they occur.

Key Points: 
  • As part of their ongoing commitment to safety, Colas will leverage Samsara's video-based safety solution , including AI Dash Cams and driver coaching workflows, to increase visibility into driver behaviour and proactively aim to prevent accidents before they occur.
  • Thus far, Colas has been able to gain a more accurate assessment of risk within their fleet and are proactively coaching drivers as a result.
  • Safety reports and easy-to-use workflows, such as driver safety scores and risk analyses, also enable driver coaching at scale.
  • With this partnership, Colas joins more than 20,000 customers using Samsara today to improve the efficiency, safety and sustainability of their operations.