Just Drive: Take Action Against Distraction

Distracted driving is a significant public health and safety issue. At any given daylight moment across America, more than 800,000 drivers are using cell phones or manipulating electronic devices while driving. An alarming number of traffic crashes each year are linked to distracted driving and have resulted in injury and loss of life.

TREDS has developed an education program to reduce the risk distracted driving poses to all roadway users.

Course description

Just Drive is a one-hour program designed to increase awareness of the dangers of distracted driving and encourage participants to be safe and responsible drivers. The program is delivered by traffic safety professionals and is available to businesses, schools, and community organizations.

Topics addressed in the class

• Risks associated with distracted driving
• Consequences of distracted driving for the individual, their workplace and society
• Practical strategies for reducing distracted driving habits and influencing others
• Distracted driving laws in California

Potential benefits

• Increased awareness of the dangers of distraction
• Reinforcement of state laws & regulations regarding cell phone policies
• Information of value to friends, family, co-workers, and the public
• A safer driving experience on California roadways

Become an instructor

TREDS offers training to traffic safety professionals on the delivery of the Just Drive: Take Action Against Distraction curriculum