Distracted Driving
Includes: Certificate of Completion
Duration: 35 Minutes
Language: English
Introduction
In 2021, there were more than 3500 fatal accidents due to distracted drivers in the United States according to NHTSA. The Distracted Driving course is designed to educate drivers on the dangers of distractions while driving and provide practical strategies to stay focused on the road. Our distracted driving program covers various types of distractions, including manual, visual, and cognitive, and offers techniques to minimize risks and enhance overall driving safety.
Objectives
Outline
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Exam Info
- Understand Types of Distractions: Learn about the different types of distractions, including manual (hands off the wheel), visual (eyes off the road), and cognitive (mind off driving).
- Identify Outside Distractions: Recognize external distractions such as construction, pedestrians, and other vehicles. Learn how to stay focused and avoid these distractions.
- Manage Inside Distractions: Gain strategies to handle internal distractions, such as adjusting controls, using cell phones, and dealing with passengers..
- Emergency Response: Know how to respond safely in case of an emergency caused by a distraction, including stopping safely and dealing with roadside emergencies.
FAQ
Common distractions include using cell phones, eating and drinking, adjusting controls, dealing with passengers, and external factors like construction or other vehicles.
Use hands-free devices, set your phone to "Do Not Disturb" mode, and pull over to a safe location if you need to make or receive a call.
Defensive driving techniques help anticipate potential hazards and allow for quick, safe responses to avoid accidents caused by distractions.
Stay calm, avoid eye contact, and do not engage with the aggressive driver. Pull over safely if necessary and let them pass.
Being well-rested improves concentration and reaction times, reducing the likelihood of becoming distracted or making errors while driving.
Distracted Driving
Includes:
Completion Certificate
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