Do not disturb - the risks and safety considerations of driver distraction

The impact a conviction due to 'distracted driving' is no less significant for businesses as it is for individuals. The employer may be investigated, reputations are damaged and there could potentially be business interruption

As advances in technology accelerate by the minute, so do the numerous forms of driver distraction. Our lives are busier than ever and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to focus on any one thing. Multi-tasking is rife – even when driving.

With 78% of crashes involving the person behind the wheel being preoccupied with other activities (Allianz Centre for Technology, AZT), distraction levels are at a staggering high. Clearly, it’s a problem that needs addressing; without the necessary steps to manage this risk, individuals and organisations alike could find themselves facing some serious consequences.

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