We produced a new CTSP Flashback FAQ video series that we are excited to share with you. Our CTSP Flashback FAQ videos showcase some timeless Traffic Safety Team talk. After more than 20 years, these clips provide insight into the essence of the CTSP in Northeast Florida that still apply today.
Six CTSP Flashback FAQ videos answer common questions we receive:
Flashback FAQ #1 and #2
FAQ #1: What is the Community Traffic Safety Program?
A: The premise of the program is that local communities solve local problems with state assistance. Our mission is to reduce traffic-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities on our roadways. The CTSP is a volunteer organization sponsored by the Florida Department of Transportation. Traffic Safety Team members work together to develop solutions. We commend our partners for their active participation and ongoing commitment to traffic safety in our 18-county district. We invite you to be a part of the solution. Help us promote safety on our roadways and move toward zero fatalities.
FAQ #2: What is a Community Traffic Safety Team?
A: Community Traffic Safety Teams (CTSTs) are locally based groups of highway safety advocates who are committed to solving traffic safety problems through a comprehensive, multi-jurisdictional, multi-disciplinary approach. Members include city, county, state, private industry and citizens. The common goal of each CTST is to reduce the number and severity of traffic crashes within their community.
Flashback FAQ #3 and #4
FAQ #3: How does the CTST solve traffic safety issues?
A: Northeast Florida CTST members are the eyes and ears on the road, working together to develop solutions and solve traffic safety issues on our roadways. CTSTs are made up of what is termed the four E’s: Education, Enforcement, Engineers and Emergency Medical Services. All of these disciplines add to the richness of each team and allow broad collaboration in the solving of local traffic safety concerns related to drivers, passengers, vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and roadways.
FAQ #4: Who are the members of a Community Traffic Safety Team?
A: FDOT District Two CTST members include city, county, state, private industry and citizens. Members are multi-disciplinary – integrating efforts of the four “E” disciplines that work in highway safety, including Engineering, Education/Public Information, Enforcement, and Emergency Medical Services, along with local community partners, businesses, officials and citizens.
Flashback FAQ #5 and #6
FAQ #5: What is the W H A L E Check, Child Passenger Safety Program?
A: W.H.A.L.E. (We Have A Little Emergency) CHECK – Child Passenger Safety Program was first introduced in May of 2002 in Jacksonville, Florida by the Northeast Florida Department of Transportation District Two’s Community Traffic Safety Program. W.H.A.L.E. Check is a child passenger safety education and identification program for parents and caregivers in Florida. In the event of an automobile crash, children are often too young to identify themselves or provide helpful information. The W.H.A.L.E. Check informational flyer also includes child safety seat guidelines and safety tips to help prevent injuries in case of a car crash.
FAQ #6: What is the Celebrate Safely, Designate a Driver Program?
A: The Northeast Florida Department of Transportation District Two Community Traffic Safety Program’s annual Celebrate Safely, Designate a Driver campaign was created to help reduce alcohol-related traffic deaths and injuries throughout the holiday season. During the week of Christmas through New Year’s Day, local establishments are promoting the Celebrate Safely, Designate a Driver program by displaying the materials provided. The 11×17 full-color posters will be displayed in neighborhood restaurants and bars. The stickers are for servers and bartenders to wear, and for sticking onto table-talkers, menus, and bill holders. (NOTE: Due to the hardships and challenges many local establishments are battling with COVID-19, we are not requiring them to provide free nonalcoholic drinks.)
CTSP Flashback FAQ video series brings the past into the present.
In conclusion, our CTSP Flashback FAQ video series brings the past into the present. These videos remind us why the Community Traffic Safety Program continues to make an impact across Northeast Florida. They highlight simple ideas that still drive real results today.
Moreover, each FAQ reinforces a shared purpose. Local communities take action. Partners work together. Solutions come from collaboration across engineering, enforcement, education, and emergency services. As a result, we move closer to safer roads for everyone.
At the same time, programs like W.H.A.L.E. Check and Celebrate Safely show how education saves lives. They give families, businesses, and communities practical tools to prevent crashes and reduce harm. Small actions lead to big change.
Most importantly, you play a role in this effort. Get involved. Stay engaged. Share these resources. Together, we can reduce crashes, prevent injuries, and save lives.
Because every trip matters. And every life counts.
