Buckling up is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash. Taking a few seconds to put on your seatbelt can cut your risk of injury in a crash by half and death by up to 65%. Airbags are designed to work with seatbelts, not replace them.
While it might not seem like a big deal to send that text or take a couple bites of your sandwich while you're driving, distracted driving can be dangerous and even deadly. It's not worth the risk, wait until you safely reach your destination to focus on anything other than driving.
While it might be easy to feel frustrated while driving, resorting to aggression and speed is never the answer and can result in dangerous lane violations or even more serious ramifications. A few simple driving reminders can make a big difference when staying safe behind the wheel.
November 14-18, 2022 marks Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW). This important observance recognizes the commitment of all first responders, including law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel and tow operators who frequently conduct life-saving operations at the roadside. The safety of these individuals falls into our hands each and every day.
Are you a law enforcement professional in Colorado looking to expand your skills and join the Colorado State Patrol family? Our upcoming Lateral Academy may be right for you.
As your Colorado State Patrol, we provide many services and programs to make our communities a safe place to live, work, play, and travel!
Are you aware that lane violations are one of the leading factors in crashes across the state of Colorado? In just a three-year period from 2019-2021, the Colorado State Patrol investigated 1,512 injury and fatal crashes caused by a lane violation. These alarming statistics are most frustrating, because the crashes caused by lane violations are completely avoidable.
Applications for the Colorado State Patrol’s Annual Youth Academy program are now open.
Focusing on leadership development through team exercises and individual achievement, the Youth Academy functions to foster a positive educational experience for Colorado’s young leaders.
Do you actually know what it means when you hear the phrase, “Slow Down, Move Over”? Well if not, then you are not alone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, only 30% of people know this law, despite it being a common theme in legislation across all 50 states.
With distractions both inside and outside of the vehicle pulling for our attention, too many drivers have taken a “multi-tasking” approach while behind the wheel.