National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council Notice of Public Meeting, 41190-41191 [2023-13390]

Download as PDF 41190 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 120 / Friday, June 23, 2023 / Notices objectives of this study is to better understand the effect of driver inattention while operating a CMV equipped with these support technologies. Ensuring drivers of L2 vehicles maintain attention to the road is important so that the drivers can anticipate hazards and potential scenarios where the L2 features may not operate as intended. Similarly, research to study inattention while operating an L3 vehicle is needed to determine what training and education will help drivers prepare to resume control when requested. This research, conducted in a simulator, will help the industry better understand how drivers of L2 and L3 vehicles can be prepared to take over control when necessary to ensure the safe operation of the CMV and the safety of the general public. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Concerns Related to Sensor Failure Twelve comments primarily discussed concerns related to the failure of ADS sensors. Drivers’ concerns related to the importance of properly maintained and functioning sensors are valid. Sensors do fail and/or become dirty if covered in debris, making them inoperable. It is critical for ADS to have redundant sensors or a backup alternative sensor system in case of failure. Research on the functionality of the technologies and sensors is ongoing. However, human factors-focused research is also necessary to ensure the safety of L2 and L3 vehicles. The technologies researched in this study require a driver to be in the vehicle and ready to take over control when needed or alerted. This study will examine how driver inattention affects a driver’s ability to successfully respond to or anticipate hazards or scenarios that may require human control of the vehicle. This research is critical to help invehicle drivers be prepared when a sensor does fail or if the technology does not anticipate a hazard appropriately. Concerns Related to the Security of ADS Two comments focused on securing ADS against threats. The security of ADS-equipped CMVs is of incredible importance. Research and efforts related to the security of the vehicles is needed. However, this is a separate area of research and development and should not detract from the importance of human-factors research. As mentioned above, the purpose of this study is to ensure in-vehicle drivers are capable and ready to respond to unexpected hazards, scenarios, and requests to take over control of the vehicle when needed. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:01 Jun 22, 2023 Jkt 259001 Concerns That Inattention/Distraction Will Increase With ADAS and ADS Five comments discussed concerns related to potential increases in driver distraction, inattention, and reduced vigilance with the use of crash mitigation technologies. There is a need for research focused on driver inattention while operating CMVs equipped with ADAS and ADS. More data are needed to understand the prevalence of inattention when using, and drivers’ overreliance on, crash mitigation technologies. This study is designed to gather data on these concerns in a safe environment without putting the CMV driver and the general public at risk. Results from this study will be used to develop training materials and information that may reduce this risk. Concerns With the Data Collection Efforts One comment focused on this study’s proposed data collection methodology. As mentioned in the Federal Register notice, each study session will last approximately 4 hours. Although driver fatigue is an important area of research, this study is focused on driver distraction. However, driver fatigue may be observed in the study and will be identified and documented via eye tracking technologies. Power analyses were performed to approximate the number of participants needed to find statistically significant results (if present). The sample included in this study was based on this power analysis with additional participants to account for attrition. However, the sample is a convenience sample, and there are no attempts to say the sample is representative of the U.S. CMV industry. Demographic information (e.g., gender, age, health, etc.) will be collected and may be used to help control for potential confounding or extraneous variables during the statistical analyses. Support for the Study Three comments provided support for the study and provided additional insights based on recent investigations or research. Additional comments expressed the importance of focusing research on higher levels of ADS (i.e., L4 or L5). Although FMCSA agrees much more research and data are needed on more advanced ADS, some original equipment manufacturers and developers of L2 and L3 vehicles are deploying vehicles with lower levels of driver assistance or automation. For example, L2 CMVs are available for purchase now. Research is needed to PO 00000 Frm 00124 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 understand how inattention affects performance in vehicles with these levels of ADS and to ensure the safety of the CMV driver and the general public. FMCSA agrees that distinguishing between features of L2 and L3 vehicles is important. This study focuses on both advanced driver assistance features (via L2 vehicles) and the lowest level of ADS (via L3 vehicles). Additional distinctions are provided in the supporting documentation, and FMCSA will ensure that distinctions between functionalities are included in the discussion of the results. To help improve this clarity, FMCSA proposes to revise the study title to include ADAS (in reference to the L2 sub study). Public Comments Invited: You are asked to comment on any aspect of this information collection, including: (1) whether the proposed collection is necessary for the performance of FMCSA’s functions; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways for FMCSA to enhance the quality, usefulness, and clarity of the collected information; and (4) ways that the burden could be minimized without reducing the quality of the collected information. Issued under the authority of 49 CFR 1.87. Thomas P. Keane, Associate Administrator, Office of Research and Registration. [FR Doc. 2023–13366 Filed 6–22–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–EX–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [DOT–NHTSA–2022–0106] National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council Notice of Public Meeting National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: This notice announces a meeting of the National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (NEMSAC). SUMMARY: This meeting will be held inperson and simultaneously transmitted via virtual interface. It will be held on August 9–10, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. ET. Pre-registration is required to attend this meeting. Once registered, a link permitting access to the meeting will be distributed to registrants by email. If you wish to speak during the meeting, DATES: E:\FR\FM\23JNN1.SGM 23JNN1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 120 / Friday, June 23, 2023 / Notices you must submit a written copy of your remarks to DOT by August 4, 2023. Notifications containing specific details for this meeting will be published in the Federal Register no later than 30 days prior to the meeting dates. ADDRESSES: General information about the Council is available on the NEMSAC internet website at www.ems.gov. The registration portal and meeting agenda will be available on the NEMSAC internet website at www.ems.gov at least one week in advance of the meeting. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Clary Mole, EMS Specialist, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation is available by phone at (202) 868–3275 or by email at Clary.Mole@dot.gov. Any committee-related requests should be sent to the person listed in this section. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background The NEMSAC was established pursuant to Section 31108 of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP–21) Act of 2012, under the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of NEMSAC is to serve as a nationally recognized council of emergency medical services (EMS) representatives to provide advice and consult with: a. The Federal Interagency Committee on Emergency Medical Services (FICEMS) on matters relating to EMS issues; and b. The Secretary of Transportation on matters relating to EMS issues affecting DOT. The NEMSAC provides an important national forum for the non-Federal deliberation of national EMS issues and serves as a platform for advice on DOT’s national EMS activities. NEMSAC also provides advice and recommendations to the FICEMS. NEMSAC is authorized under Section 31108 of the MAP–21 Act of 2012, codified at 42 U.S.C. 300d–4. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 II. Agenda At the meeting, the agenda will cover the following topics: • Informational sessions • Updates on NHTSA Initiatives • Subcommittee Reports on Advisory Statuses • Strategic Planning III. Public Participation This meeting will be open to the public. We are committed to providing equal access to this meeting for all participants. Persons with disabilities in VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:01 Jun 22, 2023 Jkt 259001 need of an accommodation should send a request to the individual in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice no later than August 4, 2023. A period of time will be allotted for comments from members of the public joining the meeting. Members of the public may present questions and comments to the Council using the live chat feature available during the meeting. Members of the public may also submit materials, questions, and comments in advance to the individual listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice. Members of the public wishing to reserve time to speak directly to the Council during the meeting must submit a request. The request must include the name, contact information (address, phone number, and email address), and organizational affiliation of the individual wishing to address NEMSAC; it must also include a written copy of prepared remarks and must be forwarded to the individual listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice no later than August 4, 2023. All advance submissions will be reviewed by the Council Chairperson and Designated Federal Officer. If approved, advance submissions shall be circulated to NEMSAC representatives for review prior to the meeting. All advance submissions will become part of the official record of the meeting. Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300d–4(b); 49 CFR part 1.95(i)(4). Issued in Washington, DC. Nanda Narayanan Srinivasan, Associate Administrator, Research and Program Development. 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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 120 (Friday, June 23, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41190-41191]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-13390]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

[DOT-NHTSA-2022-0106]


National Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council Notice of 
Public Meeting

AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department 
of Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

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SUMMARY: This notice announces a meeting of the National Emergency 
Medical Services Advisory Council (NEMSAC).

DATES: This meeting will be held in-person and simultaneously 
transmitted via virtual interface. It will be held on August 9-10, 
2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. ET. Pre-registration is required to attend this 
meeting. Once registered, a link permitting access to the meeting will 
be distributed to registrants by email. If you wish to speak during the 
meeting,

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you must submit a written copy of your remarks to DOT by August 4, 
2023.
    Notifications containing specific details for this meeting will be 
published in the Federal Register no later than 30 days prior to the 
meeting dates.

ADDRESSES: General information about the Council is available on the 
NEMSAC internet website at www.ems.gov. The registration portal and 
meeting agenda will be available on the NEMSAC internet website at 
www.ems.gov at least one week in advance of the meeting.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Clary Mole, EMS Specialist, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of 
Transportation is available by phone at (202) 868-3275 or by email at 
[email protected]. Any committee-related requests should be sent to 
the person listed in this section.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Background

    The NEMSAC was established pursuant to Section 31108 of the Moving 
Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act of 2012, under the 
Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of NEMSAC is to serve as a 
nationally recognized council of emergency medical services (EMS) 
representatives to provide advice and consult with:
    a. The Federal Interagency Committee on Emergency Medical Services 
(FICEMS) on matters relating to EMS issues; and
    b. The Secretary of Transportation on matters relating to EMS 
issues affecting DOT.
    The NEMSAC provides an important national forum for the non-Federal 
deliberation of national EMS issues and serves as a platform for advice 
on DOT's national EMS activities. NEMSAC also provides advice and 
recommendations to the FICEMS. NEMSAC is authorized under Section 31108 
of the MAP-21 Act of 2012, codified at 42 U.S.C. 300d-4.

II. Agenda

    At the meeting, the agenda will cover the following topics:

 Informational sessions
 Updates on NHTSA Initiatives
 Subcommittee Reports on Advisory Statuses
 Strategic Planning

III. Public Participation

    This meeting will be open to the public. We are committed to 
providing equal access to this meeting for all participants. Persons 
with disabilities in need of an accommodation should send a request to 
the individual in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this 
notice no later than August 4, 2023.
    A period of time will be allotted for comments from members of the 
public joining the meeting. Members of the public may present questions 
and comments to the Council using the live chat feature available 
during the meeting. Members of the public may also submit materials, 
questions, and comments in advance to the individual listed in the FOR 
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice.
    Members of the public wishing to reserve time to speak directly to 
the Council during the meeting must submit a request. The request must 
include the name, contact information (address, phone number, and email 
address), and organizational affiliation of the individual wishing to 
address NEMSAC; it must also include a written copy of prepared remarks 
and must be forwarded to the individual listed in the FOR FURTHER 
INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice no later than August 4, 
2023.
    All advance submissions will be reviewed by the Council Chairperson 
and Designated Federal Officer. If approved, advance submissions shall 
be circulated to NEMSAC representatives for review prior to the 
meeting. All advance submissions will become part of the official 
record of the meeting.
    Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300d-4(b); 49 CFR part 1.95(i)(4).

    Issued in Washington, DC.
Nanda Narayanan Srinivasan,
Associate Administrator, Research and Program Development.
[FR Doc. 2023-13390 Filed 6-22-23; 8:45 am]
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