Safe Driving

Hot Topic: Safe Driving

• Safe driving is always an extremely hot topic.
• In 2011, 32,000 people died from motor vehicle accidents.
• This caused a astounding $200 billion dollars in societal costs.
• Of these accidents, 25% were caused by a driver talking on a phone. 
• Yet despite the research and facts people still drive distracted...

Campaigns for safe Driving

• In early October, NETS launched it Drive Safely to Work Week.
• Soon after CVSA launched their Operation Safe Drive Campaign.
• Through these, each organization hopes to bring change to the way we drive.
• Here are three of the main points outlined by these campaigns.

Don't use a phone

• Using a phone while driving is a major risk.
• This means phone calls, text messages, and even blue tooth.
• All three of these things create what is known as "inattention blindness".
• This causes drivers to miss 50% of the information in their environment. 
• This "inattention blindness" is the direct cause of many accidents. 

Well maintained vehicles and Drivers

• Having a up-to-date and well maintained vehicle is crucial. 
• Routinely check fluids, tires, lights, breaks, etc..
• Also make sure you and your drivers are ready to be behind the wheel.
• A driver that is tired or sick is just a dangerous as one on a phone.
• To avoid this pack snacks and take stretch breaks every so often.

Be an Active Driver

• Always be conscious of the rules of the road
• This involves: following speed limits, following distances, etc...
• By being proactive you can watch out for yourself and others.

Its a simple as that

• While all these recommendations seem simple, they can make a difference. 
• For more info about tips and safe driving training visit www.arifleet.com