Special Problems in Crash Reconstruction with A Focus on Tires Course

Overview

This new course will provide the student with a more thorough understanding of the roles of tires in crash investigations. Students will learn about the different types of tires, proper use of tires, proper maintenance of tires, and how to determine what type of tire should be used on a specific vehicle. The lead instructor is a world-renowned expert on this topic.

Topics include:

• Tire size

• The reasons tires fail

• What tire numbers and codes mean to an investigator

• Proper maintenance of tires

• Determining load limits and speed ratings

• How to determine if tire failure contributed to a crash

• Available investigational resources

Prerequisite: Students must have successfully passed a Level III Crash Reconstruction course to be eligible to attend.

Attire, Costs and Other Requirements

Students must bring note-taking materials and a highlighter.

Dress is professional casual or uniform of the day.

There is no cost for this training.