Distracted Driving

The use of personal cell phones and electronic devices by drivers of trucks and buses increases the risk for injuries and fatalities resulting from serious crashes. One research study commissioned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, “shows the odds of being involved in a safety-critical event (e.g., crash, near-crash, unintentional lane deviation) are 23.3 times greater for CMV drivers who text while driving than for those who don’t.”¹

Just Drive: Deliver Distraction-Free

The 60-minute courses address the risks and consequences of distracted driving and provide strategies to prevent this behavior, focusing primarily on the use of cell phones and electronic devices.

Topics Covered

Scope of the problem
Risk and consequences
Rules and regulations
Strategies to prevent distracted driving
Fatigue and drowsy driving
Work zone safety

Online Courses

CMV Driver Course

This course can be viewed on a computer or mobile device. It is self-paced and includes video modules, learning activities, and a certificate of completion. A sample of the course can be viewed in the video below. Available in English and Spanish.

Train-the-Trainer

This training prepares safety professionals to deliver the course. Participants gain access to program materials, including PowerPoint slides, print resources, video clips, social media posts, and a course completion certificate.

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Resources

4-Minute Video: CMV drivers share insights on types of distractions, risks, personal experiences, and strategies to prevent distracted driving behaviors.

¹ Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. (2013, December 30). No Texting Rule Fact Sheet. Retrieved from https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/driver-safety/distracted-driving/no-texting-rule-fact-sheet

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