Automated Vehicle Incident Response Plan (AVIRP)

Aiming to improve the safety in the event an Automated Vehicle (AV) has an incident, Drive supported the development of Pennsylvania’s first AVIRP. The effort was comprised of several parts that included communication, coordination, training, and the development of a mobile app to assist first responders. Drive participated in stakeholder outreach with multi-disciplinary groups including emergency responders, transportation agencies, and vehicle manufacturers to create a comprehensive plan providing standardized response and operating procedures, incident reporting protocols, and safety training for responders who may interact with autonomous test vehicles. The plan will assist with facilitating a coordinated response effort that equips first responders with the knowledge and guidance to safely approach an AV incident. The mobile app allows first responders to plug in simple information and receive immediate guidance for protocols appropriate to the situation.