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National Transportation Public Affairs Workshop. Rail Safety : Public Education’s Role. Helen M. Sramek President, Operation Lifesaver, Inc. August 16, 2011. Why Operation Lifesaver?. What is Operation Lifesaver?. Nonprofit , founded in 1972
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National Transportation Public Affairs Workshop Rail Safety: Public Education’s Role Helen M. Sramek President, Operation Lifesaver, Inc. August 16, 2011
What is Operation Lifesaver? • Nonprofit , founded in 1972 • Mission: ending railway-related collisions, deaths and injuries.
The Operation Lifesaver model – EDUCATION ENGINEERING ENFORCEMENT
Did you know? • SAFETEA-LU requirements included consultation with state Operation Lifesaver programs.
What can you do? • You can help save lives in your state by partnering with Operation Lifesaver.
Operation Lifesaver and State DOTs • Connecticut • Delaware • Florida • Iowa • Kansas • Louisiana • Mississippi • New Jersey
Partnership example - Minnesota MnDOT/Operation Lifesaver movie theater PSA campaign
Partnership example - Georgia GDOT/Operation Lifesaver MARTA campaign
Partnership example - Missouri MoDOT/Operation Lifesaver Rail Safety Week effort
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How can you help? • You can help save lives in your state by partnering with Operation Lifesaver.