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Get Buckled Greenville!
We look forward to getting to know you here on the new Get Buckled Greenville Community Channel. We will be posting news,events and resources about this challenging problem in our communities.
May is Motorcycle Safety Month
With warmer temperatures and sunny skies many will be taking to the highways on motorcycles. May is National Motorcycle Safety Month - be sure and keep safety in mind when riding this spring - read more here. 
The Committee for Responsible Driving - Get Buckled Committee
The Committee for Responsible Driving - Get Buckled a subcommittee formed from the Greenville County Safe Communities Coalition in response to concerns with traffic safety issues in Greenville County, with an emphasis on vehicle restraints.
The Committee for Responsible Driving - Get Buckled meets on a monthly basis to discuss activities, initiatives and other methods that will address the traffic related concerns that are presented to GCSC Coalition.
Some of the activities of the CRD Committee have been: Seat Belt Surveys in High Schools, County-Wide Seat Belt Surveys, Development of Get Buckled Logo and Slogan, Participation with Local Community Educational Events, and Get Buckled Day (Seat Belt Safety Awareness).
The CRD Committee is open to all GCSC Coalition members and community individuals who have a desire to work towards increasing traffic safety awareness, decrease traffic related injuries and fatalities, and in assisting to educated the community to be safer vehicle drivers, passengers and pedestrians when using our roadways.
Parent's share last text of son before fatal collision
Parents of teen who lost his life while texting and driving are sharing the picture of his last text before the tragedy ended his young life. Read more here
New Ride Smart Drive Smart
New Campaign from the SC Department of Public Safety concerning Motorcycle safety - Read more here
RH Patterson, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Announcement for 2013
The Roger H. Patterson Sr. Memorial Scholarship regrets to announce that we will be unable to offer a scholarship for the 2013 year due to lack of funds. We are hopeful to be able to offer a scholarship in 2014 - please check back to this website for updates.
Also, if you would like to help us to continue offering scholarship to Greenville County Students please consider a donation to the Roger H. Patterson Sr. Memorial Scholarship. Simple send payment to: Roger H. Patterson Sr. Memorial Scholarship, 200 Mills Avenue, Greenville, SC 29605
2012 Roger H. Patterson, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Winner Announced -The Roger H. Patterson, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Committee has selected the 2012 Scholarship recipient: Malynda Irene Coffman, graduate of Riverside High school. She plans to begin her studies in medicine at Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, N.C. She was selected from 32 scholarship applicants.
On behalf of the Roger H. Patterson Memorial Scholarship Committee: thank you to each and every individual that contributed to the Roger H. Patterson, Sr. Memorial Scholarship.
Help us continue to assist alcohol and drug free youth in attaining their goals by continuing their education. Give to the Roger H. Patterson, Sr. Memorial Scholarship.
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Crash Test Video
Watch this new video from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety which demonstrates how they determine the safety of vehicles during crashes. Watch Here
College Drinking Prevention- Change the Culture
Here is a new site that addresses alcohol issues at our colleges. 1,825 college age students (Ages 18-24) died from alcohol related incidents and 599,000 received unintentional injuries - read more about effects of alcohol and why this age group is at such high risk Read more here
New Pedestrian Safety Campaign
SC Department of Public Safety's new campaign encourages all pedestrians to make sure they are seen by wearing light or reflective clothing. Greenville County lost 14 pedestrians in traffic fatalities in 2012 according to the Greenville County Coroner's Office. "Be Seen, Not Sorry"
Crash Car Made of Bodies
See how many bodies you can find in the picture below! That's right - it's a crashed car made from human bodies - read about this unique project below.
How Seat Belts & Drinking Laws Saved Lives
Read the latest report from NHTSA concerning Seat Belts and laws against underage drinking laws have saved lives. Read more here.
Report Drunk Drivers
New Billboard from South Carolina Department of Public Safety to assist drivers when drivers under the influence of alcohol and or drugs are seen. Simply call - *47. http://scdps.org/Billboard%20-%20Final.pdf
Safe Kids Upstate
Read about traffic safety programs offered at Safe Kids Upstate - click here for site
New Traffic Safety Information
Read new updates and traffic safety information from the National Traffic Safety Administration - Such topics as Motorcycle Helmet Safety - Distractive Driving - Seat Belts, and More - Read more here
National Transportation Safety Board
Read and compare traffic safety statistics and information to other areas of safety concern at the NTSB site - click here
S.C. Child Passenger Safety Law
Here is the South Carolina Child Passenger Safety Seat Law Summary:
Synopsis of law:
South Carolina’s child passenger restraint law requires that:
§ Children from birth to 1 year old, or who weigh less than 20 pounds, must be secured in a rear-facing child safety seat.
§ Children 1 through 5 years old weighing at least 20 pounds and less than 40 pounds must be restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
§ Children 1 through 5 years old weighing 40 to 80 pounds must be secured in a belt-positioning booster seat.
§ Children under the age of 6 are not required to be in booster seats if they weigh more than 80 pounds or if they can sit with their backs against the car's seat and bend their legs over the seat edge without slouching.
§ Children under 6 may not sit in the front passenger seat. However, this restriction does not apply if the vehicle has no rear passenger seats or if all other rear passenger seats are occupied by children less than 6 years old.
Violators are subject to a $150 fine. This law does not apply to taxis, church, school and day care buses, or commercial vehicles.
South Carolina Seat Belt Law
South Carolina Safety Belt Law requires that every driver and every occupant of a motor vehicle,when it is being operated on public streets or highways in this State must wear a fastened safety belt. The driver is charged with the responsibility of requiring every occupant 17 years of age or younger to wear a safety belt or be secured in a child restraint system. However, a driver is not responsible for an occupant 17 years of age or younger who has a driver's license, special restricted license,or beginners permit and who is not wearing a seat restraint. SCDPS Seat Belt Law Flier.
Spanish Version
Ley del Cinturón de Seguridad en Carolina del Sur
Sección 56-5-6520. Cuando un vehículo motorizado Esté transitando en las calles y carreteras públicas de este estado, el conductor y todos Los pasajeros de el vehículo deben usar un cinturón de seguridad bien Justado, el cual debe cumplir con los requerim-ientos federales para su uso. El conductor tiene la Responsabilidad pedirle a cada pasajero de 17 años de edad o menor, que use el cinturón de seguridad y asegurarse de que los niños usen un porta bebés adecuadamente instalado. Sin embargo, el conductor no es responsable por un pasajero de 17 años de edad o menor si este tiene una licencia de conducir o permisote principiante y no lleva puesto el cinturón de seguridad: el pasajero que cometa la infracciónse le sancionará de acuerdo a la sección 56-5-6540
Think Safe, Ride Safe, Be Safe! – Traffic Safety Campaign
New Traffic Safety Campaign - Think Safe, Ride Safe, Be Safe! – Traffic Safety Campaign
Funding - Grants, Awards & Scholarships
- Peace First Prize: The Prize will recognize young people between the ages of 8-22 for their compassion, courage and ability to create collaborative change. Through a two-year $50,000 Peace First Fellowship we will invest in their leadership as peacemakers and share their stories with the nation: Click here for more information
Scholarships
Teen Traffic Resource
Please find below: Teen traffic safety resource submitted by Jefferston District Library located in Hamer, Idaho. The resource is submitted by the Junior Librian - Molly.
https://www.titleloanasap.com/automobile-articles/teens-and-cars-a-guide-for
Valley Charter School Senior Health Class
The Senior Health Class with Valley Charter School conducted a research project concerning Distracted Driving for their student body. Below is a list of resources provided by the students involved on this project:
- http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/
- http://trafficsafety.org/safety/risk/distracted-driving-resources
- http://www.dontserveteens.gov/dangers.html
- http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/facts/drink-driving
- http://www.autoinsurancerate.com/teens-and-driving/
- http://www.osha.gov/distracted-driving/resources.html
- http://www.mobilephonemarketing.us/cell-phone-safety.html
- http://www.theantidrug.com/resources/impaired-driving.aspx
- http://www.distraction.gov/
Get Buckled Committee Meeting
Monthly Meeting
Time: 9:00AM
Next Meeting Date: June 7, 2013
2013 Prom Season
It's Prom Season and time to think about how you can arrive safely and return home safely from one of the biggest nights of your life! The Committee for Responsible Driving can come to your school and provide what you need to "survive" Prom night. We can provide information and educational activities concerning: Safety Restraints, Distracted Driving, Impaired Driving and many other traffic safety topics.
Simply Make a Request by:
Filling out the 2013 Prom Safety Request Form located below and return to us at:dwilliams@greenvillecounty.org
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Committee for Responsible Driving Display
Guard Your Life Challenge
The Guard Your Life Challenge began due to tragic traffic collision involving young 16 year old Victoria Humphries in Greenville SC - Through the program young adults are encouraged to take on the challenge to make good life choices and participate in traffic safety educational programs and efforts. Read more here
Guard Your Life Challenge - BMW Performance School - June 2013 - Read more here
Greenville Co.Traffic Collisions SCHP
Check out real-time traffic collisions that are occurring in Greenville County by visiting the S.C. Highway Patrol's website - to access the site click here
New Distractive Driving Information
Read new information from St. Michael's Hospital concerning why you should hang up your phone while you are driving - read more here
New Anti Texting while Driving Site
Visit new site from A T & T concerning Texting While Driving. Sign the pledge today to stop texting while driving - click here
Sprint Cellular - Drive First
Read about Sprint Cellular's "Drive First" program. To read more click here
Verizon Wireless Anti Texting & driving
Read about Verizon Wireless' campaign to stop texting and driving - visit "The Inspiration Room" or sign the pledge. Read more here.
Teen Driver Source
Read new information from the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) concerning Teen driving issues:
Save One for Colin
Michaela is a Girl Scout and for her gold award she decided to help spread awareness
on the dangers of teen speeding and street racing. Last November one of her friends
died in a street racing crash and she decided to dedicate her project to him. Help
Michaela increase her views for her video! Watch the video here!
Distractive Driving
Read about Distracted Driving and why it is so dangerous to you and all those who share the road with you. Just click on the links below:
- AAA Foundation - Pledge and information concerning Distracted Driving
- GEICO - Distracted Driving - tips to help you focus on the road
Don't Text and Drive
Read and then sign pledge to not text and drive. The Don't Text and Drive Campaign.
Stop the Texts - Stop the Wrecks
New Campaign from Ad Council and NHTSA to inform public concerning dangers of texting while driving - Official Tweeter Campaign here!
S.C. Traffic Fatality Count
See how we are doing with Traffic Fatalities this year from the S.C. Department of Public Safety - 2012 Traffic Fatality Count
Alive @ 25
Looking for Alive @ 25 classes this summer - go to the South Carolina National Safety Council website and check for classes - click here for link.
NOYS Events Calendar
Look here to see all the upcoming events through National Organization for Youth Safety (NOYS). To access site click here
Status Report - Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Read the latest issue of the Status Report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety..
Motorcyle Safety
Each year thousands of individuals decide to switch to motorcycles due to high cost of fuel. While riding a motorcycle can be fun and exciting - it can also be dangerous if you aren't equipped with right information. There's more to biking than you think...Check out this site: http://video.about.com/motorcycles/The-Right-Motorcycle-for-You.htm
Wearing the proper gear is very important as a motorcyclist - experts say a properly worn helmet is 65% effective in preventing head injuries in the event of a crash. Check out this video by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation: Why Wear Motorcycle Helmets_Video
Just for Teen Drivers
Celebrate My Drive - Teen Traffic Safety event from State Farm Insurance - Read More here
Keep the Drive - Teen Traffic Safety Site - Read more here;
Survive the Drive - SurvivetheDrive® is an independent, not-for-profit, educational organization educating drivers of all ages, particularly vulnerable and inexperienced teenage drivers, about the often hideous and everlasting results of inattentive driving. Read More Here
Ride Like a Friend -Discover how to keep yourself and your passenger's safe with just a few simple steps.
Have some rules - you are responsible for not only your safety, but your friend's safety while riding in your vehicle - read how..
Teendriving.com - Neat website for teens created by one of you..check it out!
Ford's Driving Skills for Life - Check out various traffic safety topics for teens and adults at Ford Motor's interactive site
Alive at 25-Do you plan to be alive at age 25? Unless you change some of your driving habits your chances may not be as good as you think. See if you are up to the challenge - Read More...
Teens Driving Friends Distraction
A pair of studies conducted by The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and funded by State Farm® identify factors that may lead teens to drive with multiple peer passengers Read more Here:
Check it out!
Here are some websites with great information:- http://stnw.nhtsa.gov/parents/
- YOURS: Youth for Road Safety
- Make Roads Safe The Campaign for Global Road Safety
- Global Road Safety Partnership -brings together governments and governmental agencies, the private sector and civil society organisations to address road safety issues in low and middle income countries.
Oprah's No Phone Zone Pledge
Join Oprah and make your car a No Phone Zone by making your pledge at:
Watch Video Here!