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At-Risk Drivers and Assessments

At-Risk Drivers and Assessments. Susan Mynsberge Senior Analyst, MDOS. Agenda.

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At-Risk Drivers and Assessments

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  1. At-Risk Driversand Assessments Susan Mynsberge Senior Analyst, MDOS

  2. Agenda The Michigan Department of State’s mission is to continually improve customer service using innovation and new technology. The Department serves the citizens of Michigan with programs designed to enhance driver safety; protect automotive consumers; and ensure the integrity of the motor vehicle administration system and the statewide elections process. • Department’s Role • Accomplishments • Tiered Assessment Process • Current Initiatives

  3. Organization Chart • Secretary of State, Terri Lynn Land • Brian DeBano, CEO • Customer Services Administration • Bureau of Driver and Vehicle Records • Bureau of Branch Office Services • Legal and Regulatory Services Administration • Bureau of Regulatory Services • Driver Programs Division • Driver Assessment and Appeals Division • Department Services Administration

  4. “Driving for Life” Mobile Branch Office Collaboration with Rehabilitation Agencies Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission “The Pump Guide” Driver Safety Accomplishments

  5. Department’s Goal The Department of State’s goal is to help maintain a person’s driving privilege for as long as possible while keeping safe and qualified drivers using Michigan roadways.

  6. Licensed Michigan Drivers: <16-24 1,129,937 25-34 1,216,505 35-44 1,395,254 45-54 1,428,888 55-64 1,017,356 65-74 581,564 75-84 377,215 85-94 86,662 95+ 2,241 Total 7,235,622 Michigan Drivers 81% of Michigan drivers are violation free 88% of Michigan drivers are crash free October 2005 DR9235 Report

  7. Tier 1: License Renewal • Renewal by Mail not eligible if • Change in health or physical condition affecting ability to drive • More than four years since last renewal • Branch Office • Screening • Vision test

  8. Tier 2: Traffic Safety Intervention Correspondence FY2005

  9. Tier 3: Referrals for Driver Reexamination • Acquire tickets as a probationary driver • The Secretary of State has reason to believe that a driver cannot drive safely due to a mental or physical condition • Involvement in a fatal crash • Involved in 3 or more “at-fault” crashes within a two-year period • Accumulate 12 points within a two-year period • Violation of restrictions

  10. Adult Driver Referrals for Re-exam • 5,600 Unsatisfactory Driver Records • 6,200 Violations of License Restrictions • 10,400 Medical Reexaminations • 300 Negligent Crash Reexaminations FY2005

  11. Crash Drivers National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Traffic Safety Facts 2000

  12. Mature Driver Self-Regulation • Awareness of physical limitations • Communication with physician • Driving in familiar locations • Driving during the day to avoid rush hours

  13. OC-88 Request for Driver Evaluation Available at: • Secretary of State branch offices • www.Michigan.gov/sos

  14. Reasons for Referral • Vision Deficiencies • Seizure Disorders (loss/impaired level of consciousness) • Observed Unsafe or Erratic Driving Behavior • Uncontrollable Shaking/Trembling • Anxiety • Neurological Diseases (Parkinson’s disease, MS) • Dementia (memory loss/confusion) • Medical Condition Related to Alcohol or Drug Condition • Physical Limitation (stroke, weakness) • Mental Condition (schizophrenia, paranoia)

  15. Breakdown of OC-88 Referrals FY2004

  16. Reexamination Process • Notification by Letter • Date, Time, and Location • Medical and/or Vision Forms • Evaluation • Driver Record - Interview • Medical and/or Vision Statements • Completion of Tests: • Vision • Road sign/Knowledge (Cognitive) • Road performance (Functional Ability) • Licensing Controls • None • Restricted (specific times/places, adaptive equipment, corrective lens) • Suspension or Revocation

  17. Mature Driver Intervention • 5 out of 10 referred drivers have an acceptable medical condition monitored by future follow-up • 2 out of 10 receive limited driving (daylight driving, designated radius) with future follow-up • 3 out of 10 drivers are indefinitely suspended pending improved medical condition or driving capability FY2005

  18. Partnered with Agencies Across Michigan Two Step Process Restricted License for Training Reexamination upon completion of training Rehabilitation Partners Hand Controls Spinner Knob

  19. AARP Driver Safety Program • Classroom Driver Refresher Course • Measure Driver Knowledge • When to Stop Driving Information • For More Information: • Secretary of State Branch Offices • www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety

  20. Michigan Department of State Brochure • Alternative • Transportation for • Older Drivers: • Public Transportation • Local Area Agency on Aging • Friends and Family Members

  21. Medical Advisory Board - Exploring Medical and Vision Standards Review Driving Competency Assessment Tools - Exploring On-line Defensive Driving Course Driver Assistance Program Current Initiatives

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