ODOT’s mission is to provide safe and easy movement of people and goods from place to place. The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) helps ODOT achieve that goal by making safety investments that reduce the severity of crashes on Ohio roads. ODOT has one of the largest safety programs in the nation with an annual budget of $158 million and more than 300 projects in development or construction.
ODOT’s HSIP staff also works with Ohio safety organizations to implement the Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP). The SHSP is a comprehensive statewide plan that addresses the most prevalent causes of roadway deaths and serious injuries in Ohio. This data-driven plan establishes common goals, priorities and strategies; provides a framework to track implementation; and coordinates safety investments across organizations to help Ohio maximize its resources, save lives and prevent serious injuries.
Ultimately, we all play a role in making Ohio roads safe, including motorists, the public, government agencies, elected officials and safety advocates.
Explore the cards below to learn more about Highway Safety programs and initiatives.
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Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP)
Ohio’s statewide plan to drive down fatalities and serious injuries on public roads.
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Older Drivers Safety
A website that collects resources and tools in one place to promote the Stay Fit To Drive campaign for older drivers.
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Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
HSIP – Providing data analysis support and funding for projects to improve high-crash and severe crash locations on Ohio roads.
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Submit an Idea for ODOT Message Boards
GOT SOMETHING TO SAY? Show your support for safety. Submit an idea.
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Strategic Highway Safety Plan Dashboards
Take a deeper dive into Ohio crash data by crash types and jurisdiction.
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Safe Routes to School
Learn about funding for projects and activities that support Ohio children to walk and bike to school.
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School Zone Flasher Program
Learn how to apply for new school zone flashers on eligible ODOT-maintained roads.
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Crash Tools, Trends & Resources
Learn about funding for projects and activities that support Ohio children to walk and bike to school.
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Active Transportation
Get connected with programs and initiatives that help Ohioans walk and bike safely.
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Township Safety Sign Grant Program
Learn how townships can apply for funding to upgrade safety-related signs.
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Highway Safety Training
Learn how to use the latest tools, techniques and analysis methods to make safer transportation decisions.
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Highway Safety Manuals & Guidance
Transportation professionals can access a variety of documents to help them incorporate safety into transportation projects.