Traffic safety technologies for detecting driver impairment rapidly evolve and gain traction. Understanding the current landscape, opportunities, and future potential of in-vehicle impairment detection is crucial for guiding industry innovation, shaping effective policies, and ultimately saving lives on our roads. TRB hosted a webinar on Monday, September 23, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Eastern that explored in-vehicle impairment detection technologies, including current applications, opportunities, limitations, and future implications. Presenters shared the complexities and challenges involved in impairment detection and developing driver monitoring systems. Presenters also provided considerations for consumer trust and acceptance of these emerging technologies.

This webinar is sponsored by TRB’s Standing Technical Committee on Impairment in Transportation.

The slides are available. Please contact trbwebinar@nas.edu for a link to the recording. There may be a $90 fee.

Webinar agenda and presenters

1. Leveraging advanced interior sensing technologies to address driver impairment and fitness to drive – Tyler Warga, Bosch

2. Evaluation of impairment detection technology – Tim Brown, University of Iowa

3. Supporting the uptake of systems to prevent impaired driving – Amie Hayley, Swinburne University of Technology

4. Question and answer session moderated by Max Roberts, Washington Traffic Safety Commission

The first 60 minutes of the webinar were for presentations and the final 30 minutes were reserved for audience questions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this webinar, participants can:

1. Recognize physiological and behavioral indicators used in impairment detection and development of driver monitoring systems

2. Gain awareness of the complexities involved in developing accurate and reliable impairment detection technology

3. Convey the importance of consumer trust in emerging impairment detection technology

Professional Development Hours

This webinar was delivered as a scheduled – e-learning live event and is categorized within RCEP as Technical, Health and Safety.

Professional Development Hours (PDHs) earned on completion of this program were reported to the Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP). Certificates of Completion are issued to all participants via the RCEP.net online system. Complaints about registered providers may be addressed to RCEP, 1015 15th Street, NW, 8th Fl., Washington, DC, 20005.

American Institute of Certified Planners Certification Maintenance Credits

This webinar was approved by the American Planning Association (APA) for 1.5 Certification Maintenance (CM) Credits. CM credits provide continuing education opportunities for AICP Certified Planners to continue their professional skills and knowledge. To receive CM credits, Certified Planners should visit the TRB event webpage on American Planning Association and register their participation. If you have problems reporting your CM credits or have general questions about the CM program, please contact the APA.