In today's fast-paced world, where multitasking has become the norm, the epidemic of distracted driving looms larger than ever. Every second counts behind the wheel, and a momentary lapse in attention can lead to devastating consequences. As we examine the statistics, it's evident that fleet distracted driving must be a high priority for companies.
In 2021, U.S. crashes claimed nearly 43,000 lives, the highest toll in 16 years. This included a troubling 12% increase in fatal crashes involving distracted drivers. Compounding this issue is the unsettling fact that over 94% of all crashes result from preventable human errors.
Inattentive driving has a greater impact than most folks realize. If a driver travels 55 mph on the highway and takes their eyes off the road for just five seconds, it’s equivalent to driving the length of a football field with their eyes closed. And the consequences of doing so can be fatal.
In the realm of driver risk management, fleet distracted driving emerges as a pressing concern demanding immediate attention. Companies bear a weighty responsibility to ensure their drivers are equipped to navigate the roads safely amidst a sea of distractions. To this end, our team of experts convened in a helpful webinar aimed at empowering fleet managers with actionable strategies to combat this risk head-on.
Watch Our On-Demand Webinar: How Your Company Can Combat Distracted Driving
Take Control of Fleet Distracted Driving
If you rely on annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) pulls and self-reporting policies to identify distracted drivers, you likely lack visibility into the risks your employees pose to both your brand and the communities you serve.
While technology is probably the biggest distraction that drivers face on the road, it can also be utilized as a means of combatting distracted driving behaviors. From monitoring driver activity to assigning online driver training, there are proven solutions out there that work together to mitigate driver risk. You can even leverage technology to predict the likelihood of a driver-involved crash within the next 12 months – and intervene before it occurs.
Ready to learn more about these proactive risk strategies? We invite you to watch our on-demand webinar, How Your Company Can Combat Distracted Driving, tailored to equip industry leaders with the tools and insights necessary to effectively manage their company's driver risk.
In this webinar, our experienced panel examines the pressing issue of distracted driving, offering concrete strategies for intervention. From identifying distracted drivers to refining safety policies, we'll help you unlock ways to strengthen your organization's defenses against this growing challenge. You'll uncover:
- The growing threat distracted driving presents to your fleet
- Key strategies you can implement to identify and intervene with distracted drivers
- How adjusting your safety policy can help protect your company
- Cost benefits associated with actively combating distracted driving
Watch our webinar, "How Your Company Can Combat Distracted Driving", by visiting the link below!
