Randy Bauder + Taylor Walker: Tools and Tactics for Acing the ACTAR Examination

Lou sits down with Randy Bauder and Taylor Walker to discus the ACTAR exam – why they sought accreditation, how they prepared, and their advice for others taking the test.

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Timeline of Topics

Randy Bauder

00:00:00 – Introduction to the show and Randy’s background

00:04:33 – Randy’s decision to pursue accreditation

00:08:13 – The application process and requirements to sit for the exam

00:10:46 – Distinction between ACTAR and PE

00:12:30 – Preparation for the exam

00:20:30 – Reference materials used during the exam

00:25:50 – The morning session

00:31:37 – The afternoon session

00:34:35 – Finding out the results

00:36:41 – Advice for others seeking accreditation

Taylor Walker

00:39:40 – Introduction to Taylor’s background

00:45:03 – Taylor’s decision to pursue accreditation

00:52:20 – Training prior to the exam

00:55:09 – Preparation for the exam

01:02:44 – Advice for others seeking accreditation

01:04:48 – Tools used during the afternoon session

01:12:12 – The morning session

01:17:01 – The afternoon session

01:25:58 – Finding out the results

01:26:42 – Would you do anything differently a second time around?

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Resources Discussed

Andy Rich’s Prep Course CA Association of Accident Reconstruction Specialists (CA2RS) California Peace Officer Standards and Training IPTM Courses – Crash Investigation and ACTAR Prep Northwestern University Center for Public Safety Rusty Haight | Collision Safety InstituteYouTube Test Prep

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