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Purpose The GWRRA Rider Education Program (REP) is intended to make the motorcycle environment
safer by reducing injuries and fatalities and increasing motorcyclist skills and awareness. Through Commitment, Education
and Application, we can reduce our accident rate significantly. Listed below are several benefits
of a fully implemented GWRRA Rider Education Program at the Chapter level: - Increased
rider knowledge
- Increased
rider safety skills
- Prevention
of accidents
- Reduced injuries
- Reduced fatalities
- Improved general public image
of motorcyclists
- Enhanced
enjoyment of motorcycle riding
Level I: Safety by Commitment - The first big step to success
Level I of the Rider Education Program is also referred to as Safe
Miles. It represents the commitment of the Rider and/or the Co-Rider to practice safe motorcycle
operation whenever they operate their motorcycle. Safety is a state of mind, which can only be attained
through total commitment. Every successful accomplishment begins with a commitment to reach the intended
objective. This is true of the Rider Education Program and includes a promise to learn for the sake of
Rider, Co-Rider, friends and family, and others on the road. Though there is no mileage requirement to enter Level I, the commitment
to safe riding is tracked by the number of accident free miles since joining GWRRA. Accident free miles
are accumulated in 5,000-mile increments and may be updated at yearly intervals.
Requirement: Verbal commitment to ride safely at
all times. No cost to sign up. Patches available at $6.00
per participant Receive:
"Safe Miles" patch, Rider (or Co-rider) Rocker, and mileage pin.
Level
II: Safety by Education Level II of the REP is also referred to as Tour Rider. It represents
the commitment of the Rider and/or Co-Rider to be safer motorcycle riders by taking approved motorcycle riding courses at
regular intervals.
GWRRA has chosen
several educational training programs for the Riders and Co-Riders such as the MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) programs,
the United Sidecar Association course, the CSC (Canadian Safety Council) programs, and the GWRRA's Advanced Riding courses
and Parking Lot Practice programs (PLP).
Completing these courses provides the foundation and skills for your
quest to be a safe motorcycle rider. All recognized qualified and Nationally certified instructors teach programs with
the exception of the PLP. PLPs use our Facilitators to administer the program. For the Co-Rider, we have provided an excellent
seminar and “Two Up” programs to assist in their role in the safety aspect of motorcycle riding.
Motorcycle education goes "hand in hand" with commitment. The "on bike"
education by MSF, USCA, CSC and GWRRA for the Rider and Co-Rider and the "off bike" education designed specifically
for the Co-Rider, provide a very effective approach to motorcycle safety. This is when a REP participant truly begins
to understand what the Level I commitment means and sees the value in the program.
Requirement: Rider - a Certified Rider Course with 5,000 safe miles. Co-Rider - certified
Co-rider Seminar or 2-up Rider Course No cost to sign up. Patches
available at $5.00 per participant Receive: "Red Triangle"
patch for either Rider or Co-rider signifying Level II participant
Level
III: Safety by Preparedness Level
III of the REP is also referred to as Certified Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the commitment of
the Rider and/or Co-Rider to be prepared in the event of an accident to give aid and possibly save lives. This is done
by being knowledgeable in First Aid or CPR and carrying a first aid kit on their motorcycle at all times.
It would be
wonderful if we could achieve the coveted goal of zero accidents, however, we know realistically, accidents will happen.
Because of this, it is important to be fully prepared to lend aid to unfortunate accident victims. It
is important to always be prepared to save a life. Level III of the Rider Education Program was developed to deal with such
circumstances by recognizing and encouraging proper First Aid or CPR training. CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary
Resuscitation) has been used to save many lives. Being trained to render CPR or First Aid is a tremendous
asset to those the REP participant will come in contact with daily. Requirement: Current in Level ll and have taken either First Aid or CPR training No cost to sign
up. Patches available at $4.00 per participant Receive: "Certified
Tour Rider" or "Certified Co-Rider" patch
Level
IV: Safety By Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness Level IV is the most prestigious of the REP levels and is referred
to as Master Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the highest commitment of the Rider and/or
Co-Rider to safe riding and preparedness. This commitment is shown by a demonstrated history of safe miles
and current certification in both First Aid and CPR. These
Master Tour Riders/Co-Riders are the finest example to everyone of the highest commitment to safe motorcycle operation and
preparedness. Level
IV of the REP, the Master Tour Rider, was designed for those special caring individuals who desire to "be all they can
be" with regards to motorcycle safety. The requirements are more stringent than Level III and require
a greater commitment. These individuals are caring, trained and prepared with the experience to back them
up. It is realized Level IV is not for everyone, but for those who desire to be of greater service to their
fellow man, it is the correct prescription.
Why desire to be a Level IV Master Tour Rider? It's
a worthy goal. Being prepared to save a life is a high calling indeed! These individuals
are shining examples to the rest of the GWRRA membership. Others aspire to practice the same commitment
as displayed by those who have attained Level IV. For that reason, because these individuals are ambassadors
to the members at all levels, GWRRA provides a special gathering to celebrate the Master Tour Rider commitment each year at
the District Rally, Region H Rally and Wing Ding.
Requirement: Current in Level lll for
one year and have taken both First Aid and CPR training. Have 25,000 Safe Miles and must be committed
to riding with "Proper Riding Gear" at all times. Cost:
$35.00 for each participant (Black
and Gold patch is available for another $8.00) Receive:
"Special Triangular" patch with dark blue border and your individual Master number embroidered on it.
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