"Monte Carlo with Excel for Crash Analysis", 2 hours with Wade Bartlett
DATE: Friday, 15 December 2023 TIME: 12 noon - 2 pm EDT (GMT-4) COST: Free for NAPARS member; $5 for non-members LOCATION: Worldwide Via Zoom
ACTAR: This event has been approved by ACTAR for 2 CEUs (signing in with i-Attend during the show will be required, so get the new version on your phone in advance)
SUMMARY: A review of the technique's background in crash analysis, and a practical step-by-step demonstration of how it's done, including conditional sampling to accommodate data known through EDR or other means.
The foundations of this discussion will primarily be these four sources:
1. "Conducting Monte Carlo Analysis with Spreadsheet Programs", SAE Paper 2003-01-0487
2. "Monte Carlo Analysis for Accident Reconstruction", Accident Investigation Quarterly, Issue #49, Winter 2008, pg 19-23
3. "Monte Carlo Analysis of Motorcycle/Automobile Crash", ARJ 18(6), Nov/Dec 2008
4. November NAPARS Zoom show on Probability and Statistics (The video and ppt handout for which are in the Reference Library)
· What kind of problems can we attack with this tool?
· Why is Monte Carlo different from other ranging techniques?
· How does conditional sampling work?
· Combining Monte Carlo results with other data: EDR, Video, Scene
· Evaluating interactions between variables.
"Nighttime Crash Scene Investigation", 2 hours with Dr. Jeffrey Muttart
Our speaker will be Dr. Muttart, the Director of Research and Training at the Driver Research Institute, LLC, in CT, USA. Learn more at their website: https://driverresearchinstitute.com/
DATE: Thursday, 04 January 2024 TIME: 12 noon - 2 pm Eastern Standard Time COST: Free for NAPARS member; $5 for non-members LOCATION: Worldwide Via Zoom
ACTAR: This event will be submitted to ACTAR for CEU consideration.
Registered attendees will be able to request an attendance certificate.
"Illuminating the Truth: A Systematic Approach to Nighttime Crash Scene Investigation"
1. Introduction
Overview: Importance of accurate nighttime crash scene documentation
Objective: Teach investigators to avoid biases and ensure fairness in documentation
2. Understanding Nighttime Visibility
The challenge of nighttime investigations
Common misconceptions about visibility at night
Realities of driver perception vs. pedestrian/investigator assumptions
3. The Role of Bias in Crash Investigation
How prior knowledge can skew perceptions
Recognizing and mitigating investigator bias
Case studies: Biased vs. unbiased investigation outcomes
4. Signal Detection Theory in Crash Investigations
Explaining the basics of signal detection theory
Application in analyzing crash scenarios
Contrasting results: With and without signal detection theory application
5. The CAPLETS Approach
Introduction to CAPLETS: Contrast, Anticipation, Pattern, Lighting, Eccentricity, Time of Exposure, Size
How each factor influences crash scene visibility
Applying CAPLETS for comprehensive scene analysis
6. Hands-on Techniques for Scene Documentation
"At-scene approach": Practical steps for on-site investigation
Using a contrast gradient target: Ensuring image accuracy
Effective methods for taking light meter readings
Incorporating artificial light sources: Headlights and streetlights
7. Developing Best Practices
Rules of thumb for nighttime investigation
Checklist for investigators
Avoiding common pitfalls
8. Concluding Thoughts
The importance of objective, systematic investigation
Resources for further learning and practice
9. Workshop Activities
Practical exercises on applying the CAPLETS approach.
Simulated crash scene investigation
Review and feedback session
10. Closing Remarks
Final Q&A Session
Reminder of investigator’s responsibility for unbiased documentation
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF NAPARS 1984 - 2024
SYMPOSIUM ON EDR RESEARCH AND TRAINING
Dates: 08 April 2024 through 12 April 2024
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Facility: Embassy Suites 1815 S. Meridian Oklahoma City, Ok.
Cost: $499.00/person
Don't miss the opportunity to receive EDR Training from some of the world's best known EDR specialists for FIVE days at the lowest rate available for this type training.
Format: The Symposium on EDR Research and Training will include updates and training regarding EDR's on cars, light trucks, motorcycles and heavy vehicles.
Car and Light Truck EDR speakers: Brad Muir of Crash Data Specialists Wes Vandiver of Berla Kent Boots of Kent E. Boots & Associates Nick Manz of Toyota Don Floyd of General Motors Tommy Beetham of General Motors Andy Rich of Rich Consulting LLC Richard Ruth of Ruth Consulting
Car and Light Truck EDR speakers:
Motorcycle EDR speakers: Ed Fatzinger of Momentum Engineering Andre Doria of Compass Kinetics Heavy Vehicle EDR speakers: Dave Plant of D.P. Plant & Associates Greg Wilcoxson of Wilcoxson Consulting LLC Matthew DiSogra of Delta V Brad Higgins of Mecanica Scientific Services Corp. Wes Grimes of Mecanica Scientific Services Corp Steve Anderson of The Forensic Training Group James Loftis of The Forensic Training Group
Motorcycle EDR speakers:
Heavy Vehicle EDR speakers:
Additional presenters and topics will be announced as they are confirmed.
The cost of the Symposium includes lunch each day and breaks.
Limited seating is available so reserve your seat today.
Lodging is currently at the Embassy Suites 1815 S. Meridian in Oklahoma City, OK. The hotel offers free shuttle service from Will Rogers World Airport from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm each day. At the hotel you will receive a free breakfast, as well as the usual Managers greeting each evening. Rates are set at $114.00/night. Please click on the link below to reserve your room.
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/2024-napars-symposium/
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