MATAI

Michigan Association Of Traffic Accident Investigators

HEAVY TRUCK CRASH RECONSTRUCTION

This 5-day block of training is designed for the advanced technical investigator and/or collision reconstructionist seeking to understand the advanced techniques needed for reconstructing heavy vehicle collisions. Upon conclusion of the class, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate a heavy vehicle's ability to stop

  • Reconstruct a heavy vehicle's axle weight

  • Calculate a dynamic vehicle rollover threshold

  • Interpret extracted data from Heavy Vehicle Event Data Recorders and telematic systems

  • Follow the proper procedures for post-crash inspections.

Completion of this class will also better prepare the student to be successful in courtroom presentations. This class is presented by the Forensic Training Group, lead instructor will be Mr. Scott E. Skinner. Scott owns and operates Collision Consulting and Reconstruction LLC which provides consultation services in civil cases. Previously he served with the Oregon State Police for 30 years and retired as a Sergeant.  During his tenure with OSP, Scott was a CVSA level one truck inspector and managed the Heavy Truck Collision Reconstruction Team.  Upon his retirement, he was a member of the statewide collision reconstruction program.  Scott is currently a civilian employee of the Idaho State Police in the capacity of Collision Reconstruction Program Manager.

 He holds an Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement, plus an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate from the Board of Public Safety Standards and Training. He became accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) in 1994 and served on the Governing Board of Directors for over 10 years to include being Chairman of the GBOD. 

June 24 - 28, 2024

St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office

1170 Michigan Rd, Port Huron, MI 48060

Cost: $1095 (Includes instructor presentations, reference documents and test data). Lodging and meals are the responsibility of each attendee

For additional information see attached course syllabus below.

Registration link: https://forensictraininggroup.regfox.com/ht-reconstruction-techniques

FTG Course Calendar: https://forensictraininggroup.com/course-calendar

MICHIGAN STATE POLICE TRAFFIC CRASH RECONSTRUCTION

This two-week course is the third in the series, building off the Michigan State Police (MSP) At-Scene and Technical Traffic Crash Investigation courses by assistng the student in further understanding vehicle dynamics. There will be a more intense study of time/distance calculations, two-dimensional momentum and impact speed calculations using momentum equations. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate competence in the following areas:

  • Derivation and origin of the commonly used speed formulas

  • Speed of vehicles at impact using conservation of linear momentum

  • Behavior of vehicles in a collision using Newton’s three laws of motion

  • Discussions of commercial vehicle and motorcycle dynamics in collisions

  • The determination of direction of travel, initial contact and position of vehicles on the roadway

This course includes extensive project work to give students first hand experience in crash reconstruction. Each student will be required to diagram and analyze several different crash scenarios as well as complete vector sum analysis of each. This course is presented by the Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM), University of North Florida, and is hosted by MSP.

Prerequisites: Must have completed both the MSP At-Scene Traffic Crash Investigation course AND the MSP Technical Traffic Crash Investigation course, or equivalents. Lieutenant Cook must be contacted for approval on equivalent courses. His contact information can be found on the flyer which can be downloaded below.

July 22– August 2, 2024

Oakland Community College, Auburn Hills Campus

2900 Featherstone Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

Class Size: Limited to 30. Seats are expected to fill quickly

Cost: $1000 (Includes text book, calculator, and drawing materials). Lodging and meals are the responsibility of each officer.

Course is 302 funding approved

MICHIGAN STATE POLICE TECHNICAL CRASH INVESTIGATION

This two-week course builds off the Michigan State Police (MSP) At-Scene Traffic Crash Investigation course in that the student will be able to recognize, interpret, and prepare physical evidence for further use in a reconstruction of a traffic crash. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate competence in the following areas:

  • Review of physical evidence and its importance in the crash investigation.

  • Examination of vehicle tires and lamps to determine if they contributed to the crash.

  • Speed estimates from skid marks, scuff marks, and airborne.

  • Study of vehicle dynamics, Newton’s Laws of Motion, basic physics and mathematical concepts.

  • Study of the relationship of time, distance and velocity as it relates to crash investigation.

  • Proper use of geometry and trigonometry in crash investigation.

  • Conservation of Linear Momentum, In-Line Momentum and introduction to 90 degree Momentum.

  • Advanced measuring and drawing techniques.

  • Field exercises and project work.

Prerequisite: Must have completed the MSP At-Scene Traffic Crash Investigation course or equivalent. Lieutenant Cook must be contacted for approval on equivalent courses. His contact information is on the course flyers.

September 9 - September 20, 2024

Oakland Community College, Auburn Hills Campus

2900 Featherstone Rd

Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Cost: $1,000 - Includes text book, calculator, and drawing materials. Lodging and meals are the responsibility of the student

Course is 302 funding approved