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Level I of the REP is
also referred to as Safe Miles. It represents the commitment of
the Rider and/or the Co-Rider to practice safe motorcycle operation
whenever they operate their motorcycle.
Safety is a state of mind
which can only be attained through total commitment. Every successful
accomplishment begins with a commitment to reach the intended objective.
This is true of the REP and includes a promise to learn for the sake of
Rider, Co-Rider, friends and family, and others on the road.
Though there is no
mileage requirement to enter Level I, the commitment to safe riding is
tracked by the number of accident free miles since joining GWRRA.
Accident free miles are accumulated in 5,000 mile increments and usually
updated at yearly intervals.
Requirements:
The only requirement
for Level I is the expressed commitment of the Rider and/or Co-Rider
to being a safe rider and to display the patches as an outward sign of
that commitment. This is done by submitting the REP form to a
GWRRA Officer, along with the appropriate fee for each registrant.
(This fee includes the first Safe Miles pin.)
Insignia:
"Safe Miles"
patch, Rider or Co-Rider rocker and 1st Safe Miles pin. Safe
Miles pins are accrued in 5,000 mile increments. Safe Miles
rocker at 100,000 safe miles.
Renewal:
No renewal necessary
for paid-up GWRRA Members. Updated Safe Miles pins are available
by submitting REP form with $2.00 to a GWRRA Officer for verification.
Level II of the REP is
also referred to as Tour Rider. It represents the commitment of
the Rider and/or Co-Rider to be safer motorcycle riders by taking
approved motorcycle riding courses at regular intervals.
GWRRA has chosen several
educational training programs for the Riders and Co-Riders such as the
MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) programs, the United Sidecar
Association course, the CSC (Canadian Safety Council) programs, and the
GWRRA's riding courses and parking lot programs. (See note below on PLP.)
We say "Go see the
experts" for your "on bike training". Completing
these courses provides the foundation and skills for your quest to be a
safe motorcycle rider. All recognized programs are taught by
qualified and Nationally certified instructors.
For the Co-Rider, we have
provided an excellent seminar and "Two Up" programs to assist
in their role in the safety aspect of motorcycle riding.
Motorcycle education goes
"hand in hand" with commitment. The "on bike"
education by MSF, USCA, CSC and GWRRA for the Rider and Co-Rider and the
"off bike" education designed specifically for the Co-Rider,
provide a very effective approach to motorcycle safety. This is
when a REP participant truly begins to understand what the Level I
commitment means and sees the value in the program.
Rider Requirements:
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Be current GWRRA
member.
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Be enrolled in Level
I of the REP and have 5,000 safe miles.
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Have a current
motorcycle license endorsement if required.
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Have completed an
approved Rider course within the past two years.
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Submit REP form,
along with the appropriate fee, to a GWRRA Officer for verification.
Co-Rider Requirements:
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Be current GWRRA
member.
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Be enrolled in Level
I of the REP and have 5,000 safe miles.
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Have completed an
approved Rider course or GWRRA Co-Rider course or seminar within the
past two years.
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Submit REP form,
along with the appropriate fee, to a GWRRA Officer for verification.
Insignia:
Rider (Co-Rider)
Education "triangle" patch.
Renewal:
Annual renewal
necessary on January 1st. Submit Level II renewal form along with
required validating documents and renewal fee for each participant
(for Level II only) to the Chapter Educator or other GWRRA Officer for
validation. (No renewal necessary if Level II issued in October
or later of previous year) There is no renewal fee for Life Members.
PLP Note: GWRRA provides
a booklet entitled "Cornering Practice Guide" to be used for
Parking Lot Practice (PLP) which serves as a substitute for formal
motorcycle safety training in areas where formal training is otherwise
unavailable. Use of this guide and PLP for the purpose of
qualifying for Levels II through IV must be approved by the Region
Educator.
Level III of the REP is
also referred to as Certified Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents
the commitment of the Rider and/or Co-Rider to be prepared in the event
of an accident to give aid and possibly save lives. This is done
by being knowledgeable in First Aid or CPR and carrying a first aid kit
on their motorcycle at all times.
It would be wonderful if
we could achieve the coveted goal of zero accidents, however, we know
realistically, accidents will happen. Because of this, it is
important to be fully prepared to lend aid to unfortunate accident
victims. It is important to always be prepared to save a life.
Level III of the Rider Education Program was developed to deal with such
circumstances by recognizing and encouraging proper First Aid or CPR
training. CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation), has been used to save
many lives. Being trained to render CPR or First Aid is a tremendous
asset to those the REP participant will come in contact with daily.
Rider Requirements:
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Be current GWRRA
member.
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Be enrolled in Level
I and current in Level II of the REP.
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Maintain current
First Aid or CPR certifications.
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Wear protective
clothing while riding.
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Carry a First Aid kit
on the motorcycle.
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Submit REP form,
along with appropriate fee, to a GWRRA Officer for verification.
Co-Rider Requirements:
-
Be current GWRRA
member.
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Be enrolled in Level
I and current in Level II of the REP.
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Maintain current
First Aid or CPR certifications.
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Wear protective
clothing while riding.
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Submit REP form,
along with appropriate fee, to a GWRRA Officer for verification.
Insignia:
Certified Tour Rider or
Certified Co-Rider rectangular patch to display above Level II patch.
Renewal:
Annual renewal
necessary on January 1st. Submit Level III renewal form along with
required validating documents and renewal fee for each participant
(for Level III only) to the Chapter Educator or other GWRRA Officer
for validation. (No renewal necessary if Level III issued in
October or later of previous year) There is no renewal fee for Life
Members.
Level IV is the most
prestigious of the REP levels and is referred to as Master Tour
Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the highest commitment of the Rider and/or
Co-Rider to safe riding and preparedness. This commitment is shown
by a demonstrated history of safe miles and current certification in
both First Aid and CPR.. These Master Tour Riders/Co-Riders are
the finest example to everyone of the highest commitment to safe
motorcycle operation and preparedness.
Level IV of the REP, the
Master Tour Rider, was designed for those special caring individuals who
desire to "be all they can be" with regards to motorcycle
safety. The requirements are more stringent than Level III and
require a greater commitment. These individuals are caring,
trained and prepared with the experience to back them up. It is realized
Level IV is not for everyone, but for those who desire to be of greater
service to their fellow man, it is the correct prescription.
Why desire to be a Level
IV Master Tour Rider? It's a worthy goal. Being prepared to save a
life is a high calling indeed! These individuals are shining
examples to the rest of the GWRRA membership. Others aspire to
practice the same commitment as displayed by those who have attained
Level IV. For that reason, because these individuals are
ambassadors to the members at all levels, GWRRA provides a special
gathering to celebrate the Master Tour Rider commitment each year at
Wing Ding.
Rider Requirements:
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Be current GWRRA
member.
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Completed Level III
of REP and have been current in Level III for one year minimum.
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Have ridden a minimum
of 25,000 safe miles.
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Current in both First
Aid and CPR certifications.
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Have completed an
approved Rider course within 2 years.
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Wear protective
clothing while riding.
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Must carry First Aid
kit on motorcycle.
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Submit Master Tour
Rider/Co-Rider Application form with written recommendation from the
Chapter Educator or other validating GWRRA Officer along with the
appropriate fee.
Co-Rider Requirements:
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Be current GWRRA
member.
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Completed Level III
of REP and have been current in Level III for one year minimum.
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Have ridden a minimum
of 25,000 safe miles.
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Current in both First
Aid and CPR certifications.
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Have completed an
approved Rider course or GWRRA Co-Rider course or seminar within 2
years.
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Wear protective
clothing while riding.
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Submit Master Tour
Rider/Co-Rider Application form with written recommendation from the
Chapter Educator or other validating GWRRA Officer along with the
appropriate fee.
Insignia:
Two (2) special
numbered triangular Master Tour Rider patches with dark blue border.
Renewal:
Annual renewal
necessary on January 1st. Submit Level IV Application form with
"RENEWAL" section filled in along with required validating
documents and renewal fee for each participant (Level IV only) to the
Chapter Educator or other GWRRA Officer for validation. (No renewal
necessary if Level IV issued in October or later of previous year)
There is no renewal fee for Life Members.
Renewal Process
Effective immediately, the requirement for annual renewal for
Levels II-IV is discontinued. Going
forward, the focus will be solely on assisting members in updating
and maintaining their certifications and training.
The ONLY update to
be submitted will be training certification renewals and only submitted
when the current certifications expire or the certification has been
refreshed.
For
example, Joe Member has an ERC completion card dated 9-15-05.
He will not need to submit any paperwork until 9-15-08 to update
this requirement. Likewise,
updates for CPR and First Aid only need to be submitted when the current
completion card expires.
Members
wishing to purchase the annual participation pins (formerly known as
renewal bars or pins) can do so at any time by purchasing these from
their CE/DE or RE. The
Masters “Renewal” pin will remain the supplied pin until such time
as inventory is depleted and we can reorder new “Participation”
pins.
In support
of this process change, the Level I-III and Level IV applications will
no longer contain renewal information.
Updates for course
completions and certifications will be submitted on the newly revised
form N.10 “Update” Form (dated March 2006).
Since
the elimination of the renewal fee and the annual renewal process for
any level there is no cost to “catch up” any expired requirements,
simply have the member submit their current completion and certification
cards with a completed Form N.10 to become active in the program and
current in their certifications. (See definitions of “Active” and
“Current” below.)
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