Cell phones offer truck drivers useful information such as weather and delivery points which can significantly ease their jobs. However, cell phones in fleets also present the risk for distracting drivers. Distraction leads to accidents. The wrecks can result in thousands of dollars in ruined materials and numerous injuries and/or fatalities. Cell phone usage while …
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Distracted Driving Alert!
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Motor vehicle deaths are on the rise and the National Safety Council has identified the behaviors and beliefs behind it. The NSC has conducted surveys over the past 12 months to ascertain what is causing the rise. The results are rather alarming. Here are some highlights from the survey: …