Distracted Driving (Update Available)


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Expected Duration
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Overview/Description
Each year, thousands of people are injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted drivers. People driving while talking on their cell phones or eating put all road users at risk. With motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) now among the top causes of injury-related deaths and the number one cause of work-related deaths, all responsible drivers must be able to control distractions while at the wheel. In this course, you will learn why distractions cause accidents, and how to minimize your exposure to them. This course was reviewed and edited by Winn Forensics, LLC, a professional services company focusing on corporate, business and personal safety training as well as consulting on occupational injury matters. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All persons who operate a motor vehicle

Expected Duration (hours)
0.5

Lesson Objectives

Distracted Driving (Update Available)

  • determine the type of distraction preventing a driver from giving full attention to his or her driving
  • recognize why multitasking can cause collisions
  • identify why mobile devices distract drivers
  • control distractions when driving
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