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Pedestrian/Bicycle Crash Investigation - Level I   

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Pedestrian and bicycle crashes are one of the most frequent types of injurious crashes in urban areas. Because of their unique nature, special techniques are required to investigate and reconstruct these incidents.

This course addresses the special dynamics involved in pedestrian and bicycle traffic crashes. From reaction times to victim injury analysis to environmental factors, you’ll learn to recognize and interpret the evidence and correlate it with the collision sequence.

Topics Include

  • Pedestrian crash problems
  • Pedestrian impact dynamics
  • Types of data: objective, subjective and performance
  • Collection of data
  • Pedestrian conspicuity
  • Reaction time/human factors
  • Reconstruction techniques
  • Bicycle collision analysis
  • Hit and run investigation techniques

Audience

Law enforcement and private traffic crash investigators, claims adjusters, engineers, attorneys, safety officers, military investigative personnel, animators and graphic designers

Course Length

40 hours

Prerequisite(s)

You must have completed IPTM’s Advanced Traffic Crash Investigation course or its equivalent.

Related Courses

ACTAR Information

IPTM's Pedestrian/Bicycle Crash Investigation - Level I course is eligible for 40 ACTAR CEUs.

What to Bring

  • Scientific calculator

What Our Students Are Saying

  • “The instructor had a lot of knowledge. He was willing to stay longer if a student still had questions.” – B.H.
  • “Very informative and detailed. Everything covered in the course was very specific to the subject matter. I found this course extremely helpful.” – J.G.
  • “Instructors took the time to explain concepts in detail. Other courses are only three days, which I don’t think is enough time to cover the needed material.” – M.B.
  • “The class was absolutely a blast! The instructors were very professional and VERY knowledgeable with the course material. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire week of instruction. The instructors were very helpful and taught in a way we could all understand. 2 thumbs up.” – Anon.
  • “I am always apprehensive with math related courses but Ken was able to add a comfort level that enabled me to be less anxious. He made the material relevant and relatable.” – Ofc. J.L.
  • “Ken Harmon brought a great level of experience to the class. He was a wonderful instructor and made the topics interesting to learn.” – Ptl. Ofc. K.H.
  • “Phenomenal instructors with excellent teaching and interaction habits, practical knowledge, and dedication to the students, material, and topic.” – Ptl. C.W.
  • “Excellent course with practical examples to relate to real life situations. Outstanding knowledge of topic.” – Capt. R.H.

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

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Schedule Changes

This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received an official confirmation email prior to the first day of class, please contact us at (904) 620-4786 or info@iptm.org before traveling or making airline reservations.

Registration and Fees

Full payment must accompany all registrations. You may register online and pay with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card, or you may download a Registration Form and mail it to IPTM with a check.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Complete the Cancellation Request Form and return it to IPTM. No telephone cancellations will be accepted. A 20% administrative fee will be assessed to all refunds if the cancellation request is received within 14 days of the course start date. In lieu of a refund, student substitutions can be made or a credit can be issued for a future course. No refunds will be given for no-shows. If materials for an online course were sent to the student, the appropriate materials and shipping costs will be deducted from the refund amount. Materials may be returned to IPTM in their original condition at the student's expense. Once IPTM has received and inspected them, the refund will be processed.

Due to the automated format of online independent study courses and Videos on Demand (VoDs), no refunds or substitutions can be made after registration.

Course Confirmations

A minimum number of registrations must be received for an in-person class to run as scheduled. When the minimum criterion has been met, written confirmation will be emailed to you. Please do not travel or make airline reservations until you receive written notification confirming that the course will run as scheduled.

Transportation and Lodging

Most locations are served by several major airlines. Transportation, food and lodging are the responsibility of the student. For information on training locations, please visit our Locations page or call us at (904) 620-4786. For courses in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida maintains a list of area hotels on the Campus Travel Management page.

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