For communities that are just getting started or are interested in supporting safe walking and bicycling for youth, this workshop provides an introduction to the Florida Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. The workshop includes an overview of the benefits of Safe Routes to School, an introduction to the 5E’s (engineering, education, encouragement, enforcement, and evaluation) of Safe Routes to School, and a discussion of initial steps you can take to build a successful Safe Routes to School Program.
In this recorded webinar, we’ll describe the history and the purpose of Safe Routes to School. We’ll also define and explain the elements of an SRTS program using the 5 E’s. You’ll learn about the benefits of SRTS programs, and how to identify barriers for walking and biking to school. Attendees will also learn the steps involved in creating an SRTS program.
SRTS is a statewide program, funded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), whose goal is to make it safer for more children to walk and bike to school. This training is being brought to you by FDOT through the Florida Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) Center. The Florida LTAP Center provides quality training, technical assistance, & technology transfer to the Florida local transportation workforce.
Learning Objectives:
✔ Describe the Safe Routes to School program.
✔ Identify trends that lead to barriers for walking and biking to school, and solutions that improve access and safety.
✔ Provide the benefits, history, program goals, and elements of a Safe Routes to School program.
Instructor
Jason Jackman is a Senior Research Associate with the University of South Florida’s Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR). For over 14 years, he has managed programs such as Tampa’s Safe Routes to School program, as well as other bicycle and pedestrian safety programs throughout the State of Florida. He is a safety advocate and enjoys meeting and working with community partners who share an interest in transportation safety. Mr. Jackman holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of South Florida.
RECORDING
To earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs) or a Certificate of Completion for each recorded webinar, you must view the entire webinar. After viewing, please fill out this web form to request your certificate: https://floridaltap.org/training-and-events/ltap-recorded-webinars/certificate/. The Florida LTAP Center will follow-up within 2-3 weeks with your certificate.
This webinar will award 1.5 PDHs.