Distracted Driving
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Sending or reading a text takesyour eyes off the road for
IN 2011 DISTRACTION CRASHES RESULTED IN
At 90km/hr that’s like driving the length of an entire rugby field,
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Drivers engaged in
on a mobile phone are
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DEATHS SERIOUS INJURIES
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than drivers focused on the road.TIMESMORE LIKELY TIMESMORE LIKELY
in the morning and evening.
PEAKCOMMUTING TIMES
The majority of fatal and serious injury crashes involving driver distraction occur at
If you get a call while driving, let it go through to voicemail.
Mobile Phones
7 - 9 AM7 - 9 AM
Keep conversation to a minimum - your eyes and mind should be on the road.
Talking to passengers
Make sure objects are secure in your car.
Reaching for objects
Programme/plan your route before you leave. Pull over if you need to check.
GPS/Maps
Entertainment systems
The Biggest Distractions
4 - 6 PM4 - 6 PM
Eat and drink before you drive.
Eating and drinking
Pull over and take a break if you need to smoke.
Smoking
It’s best to groom before getting into your car.
Make-up or shaving
Set radio or create a playlist before you go.
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