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CC Motorcycle Safety Briefing
Commander’s Motorcycle
Safety Briefing
FY19 Commanders Brief
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AFI91-207 16 FEB 2017
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LANE SHARING/SPLITTING
By order of the 452 AMW/CC-Lane Splitting is not permitted while on March ARB. Violators may lose on base driving privileges.
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Motorcycle Operator Training
INITIAL TRAINING INTERMEDIATE TRAINING
REFRESHER TRAINING
Time Frame
Provide training within 30 duty days of request for training. (T-0) Pending completion of initial training, commanders may authorize operators who possess a valid motorcycle license, endorsement or riders permit to ride subject to any restrictions imposed by such license, endorsement, or permit.
Ideally within 60 days but no later than 1 year after completing initial training.
Complete at least every 5 years. (T-0)
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Motorcycle Operator Training
INITIAL TRAINING* INTERMEDIATE TRAINING* REFRESHER TRAINING
Meet Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) Basic RiderCourseSM (BRC) or State-approved course in lieu of DoD initial training. Approved Host Nation-equivalent courses IAW4.4.2.6.
Meet or exceed requirements for initial training. (T-0) MSF BRC-2, Military Sportbike RidersCourseSM (MSRC), Advanced RidersCourseSM (ARC), Air Mobility Command (AMC) Sport Bike, or DoD Component defined training. (T-0) Sport bike riders shall attend the MSRC, ARC,AMC Sport Bike or a DoD Component defined training (sport bike focused) to satisfy intermediate training requirements (T-1)
Meet or exceed requirements for intermediate training. DoD Component defined training. Installation or unit organized rides, IAW Attachment 4. Sport bike riders may attend any approved refresher training. A sport bike focused refresher course is highly recommended.
*California State Approved Course is MTC for initial and IRC for intermediate
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Motorcycle Operator Training
Accept the original or certified copy of a completion card of any MSF or State-approved course in lieu of DoD initial training.
*Riders who were properly registered in MUSTT and had required training prior to effective date of this publication will automatically be entered into refresher training status with a completion date of no later than 12 September 2018.
OPTIONS
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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY REP(MSR)(AFI91-207)
1.3.9. Motorcycle Safety Representatives will: 1.3.9.1. Be the focal point for information on motorcycle training, education, mentorship and AFSAS Training module-MUSTT. (T-3) 1.3.9.2. Assist commander in identifying mentors to manage the unit's mentorship program based on their riding experience, proficiency and demeanor in riding. 1.3.9.3. Brief on-road motorcycle operators, within 30 duty-days of arrival or identification. Briefing topics will include items prescribed in Unit Motorcycle Safety Briefing Checklist, Attachment 2. (T-2) USAFR and ANG operators will complete initial motorcycle safety briefing within two unit training assemblies. (T-2) 1.3.9.4. Coordinate with the unit commander on the preseason/annual motorcycle safety briefing, see Attachment 3. (T-2) 1.3.9.5. Use the AFSAS Training module-MUSTT to track AF Military personnel on-road motorcycle operator’s trainings, briefings and demographics. (T-2)
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SAFETY
Definition of Safe1. Secure from danger, harm, or evil. 2. Free from danger or injury; unhurt: safe and sound.3. Free from risk; sure: a safe bet.
Motorcycle riders accept a higher level of risk!The key is to MANAGE the risk to acceptable levelsThere is a difference between RISK and DANGER
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RISK
Personal Risk Management – know the risks and take action to minimize them--break the mishap chain Obtain good riding skills (MSF course) and continue to hone Wear proper gear (helmets and protective clothing) See and be seen (reflective gear and lights) Be alert (others are not) Consider minimizing exposure by not riding when hazard is higher (late
at night, low visibility, etc.) Match speed to conditions
Short-term “fun” with a bad decision can lead to long-term suffering or DEATH—Consequences will be far worse on a bike than in a car! Speeding, reckless acceleration Stunts Weaving in and out of traffic or driving between traffic lanes Tail-gating
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RESPONSIBILITIES
What are you responsible for as a rider?
Being prepared
Knowing your limits
Riding within those limits
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PREPARATION
Skills – Do you have the right skills to safely ride?
Protective Gear – Are you adequately protected?
Mental – Are you mentally ready?
Physical – Are you physically ready?
Mechanical – Is your motorcycle ready?
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Preparation - Skills
An approved motorcycle safety course or having a state motorcycle endorsement is MANDATORY before you can legally ride on or off base. (In military status)
March ARB does not have loaner motorcycles at this time. Contact your Motorcycle Safety Rep (MSR) if you do not have a motorcycle but intend to ride.
The on base course is free for military and DoD civilian personnel (Space available for civilian and dependents)
The course will cover basic riding skills, rules, and regulations and will include both academic and practical (riding) activity.
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Preparation - Protective Gear
Required to wear: A DOT or SNELL-approved helmet Sturdy footwear (Boots highly
recommended) Full fingered gloves or mittens Pants (not shorts) and long sleeved
shirts Impact resistant goggles, full face
shield. Brightly colored upper garment;
reflective at night (Highly Recommended)
Think about your life, and you will think twicebefore not wearing PPE!!!
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HELMET/PROTECTIVE GEAR
Some states do not require a helmet to be worn on a motorcycle, however, California law does require the use of helmets.
andAs a military member, you are required to wear ahelmet AT ALL TIMES while operating a motorcycleon/off base and on/off duty, regardless of state laws.AFI91-207 required protective gear is required at alltimes.
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AFI91-207
1.3.4. Commanders and functional managers below wing level will:
1.3.4.1. Consider intentional misconduct or willful negligence in accordance with AFI 36-2910, Line of Duty (Misconduct) Determination for personnel who fail to properly use seat belts, wear protective equipment, or operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated or distracted, in violation of requirements by the US Air Force, local, state, federal or Host Nation laws. (T-0)
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VISIBILITY
Outer, upper garment (vest or jacket) Highly Recommended:
Brightly colored during the day (front and back)
Reflective at night (front and back)
Clearly visible (not covered by back packs, etc.)
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PREPARATION - MENTAL
Safe riding is as much as 90 percent mental and only 10 percent physical
Be mentally prepared to process what you see and be ready to react to that information
Very important to use some kind of visual scan technique
Short look at instruments, radio, etc.
Focus on potential danger: vehicles, pedestrians, animals, road signs, construction, etc.
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SEARCH, PREDICT, ACT
How do you search visually?
Scan aggressively and continuously
Turn head, move eyes, use mirrors
What should you predict?
A prioritized range of possible outcomes
Expect the worst case and plan for evasive action!
What are the three potential actions available to you?
Adjust speed: SLOW DOWN or STOP!
Adjust position/direction: change lanes, turn
Communicate: horn, lights, gestures, eye contact
This is a CONTINUOUS process!
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Top Attention Management Challenges—be aware of them!
• Inattention
• Distraction
• Channelized Attention
• Task Saturation/Overload
Attention Management
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Crosscheck vigilance required!
• Slow down
• You can’t see out in front as far
• Potential for tires losing traction
Avoid fixation on objects during turns
• Tendency to move toward that object
Watch out for obstacles!
Attention Management-TURNS
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PREPARATION - PHYSICAL
Much more coordination needed to ride a bike than to drive a car
Riding is challenging enough without chemical impairment (Alcohol, drugs, or over the counter medicines)
Alcohol impairs your vestibular system; balance is required to ride a motorcycle!
Wind chill and rain can lead to hypothermia-stay warm!
Fatigue has an effect on you similar to alcohol!
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PREPARATION - MECHANICAL
“T-CLOCK”
Tires and wheels (Pressures)
Controls (Levers, Hoses, Throttle)
Lights (Battery, Lenses, Reflectors)
Oil (Fluid capacities: engine/coolant
Chassis (Frame, suspension, Chain/Belt)
Kickstand
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LIMITS
Know the limits of the Motorcycle, the Environment, and the Operator and ride within those limits
Motorcycle limits include braking, acceleration and handling
Adjust suspension before riding with a passenger
Make sure loads are properly secured and distributed
Braking, acceleration, and handling all change with weight
Get to know your bike away from traffic, if possible
Environment limitations include road conditions, weather, and visibility
Operator limits include experience, skill, and fatigue
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Intersections are the most likely place for motorcycle accidents!
Turns are a killer, too!
Speed makes everything worse!
Alcohol and motorcycles don’t mix!
DANGER AREAS
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CONSEQUENCES
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CONSEQUENCES
Don’t subject your family to the dreaded knock at the
door.
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QUESTIONS?
For Motorcycle Safety Class Dates:•Check with your Unit Safety Rep (USR)
•Check 452 AMW Safety SharePoint
•Or contact 452 AMW/SEG @ 951-655-4481