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Original publication: SHSP Implementation Process Model, Supplement Number 1 – Case Studies; FHWA-SA-10-025; 2010 (PDF, 1MB)

Publication Year: 2010


Key Accomplishments

  • Leveraged existing resources to implement SHSP action plans.
  • Engaged additional stakeholders in the SHSP action planning and implementation process.
  • Avoided duplication between SHSP implementation and other efforts.

Once the SHSP is developed, it is important to integrate SHSP implementation activities into the efforts of existing groups and coordinate with other implementation plans. In Maryland several safety Task Forces had been operating for a number of years prior to development of the SHSP. These included the Young Driver Task Force, Impaired Driving Coalition, Safety Belt Coalition, and Pedestrian Safety Coalition. SHSP leadership worked with these groups to include SHSP emphasis area strategies in their work plans.

Maryland also legislatively mandated a Task Force to Combat Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and Alcohol, which examined current impaired driving laws in the State and recommended improvements. The Impaired Driving emphasis area incorporated the work of this task force into its plan and leveraged the progress already made on impaired driving legislation. To strengthen implementation of the motorcycle section of the SHSP, Maryland used information from an existing motorcycle assessment performed by NHTSA to help develop the action plan for the Motorcycle Safety Emphasis Area. The NHTSA assessment was conducted by a team of experts from outside the State and provided a fresh look at the issue. Using the results of the assessment improved the action plan and avoided duplication of effort.

Results

Integrating SHSP implementation efforts into the work of existing task forces institutionalized the SHSP implementation process, avoided duplication of effort, and increased the number groups involved in implementation. SHSP action plans are now aligned with other State efforts enhancing coordination on action planning, ensuring seamless implementation of SHSP strategies, and increasing efficiency.

Contact:
Vern Betkey
Chief
Maryland Highway Safety Office
410-787-5824
vbetkey@sha.state.md.us

Publication Year: 2010

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