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nsc.org/justdrivePrevent distracted driving from the passenger seat1010642 0223 ©2023 National Safety CouncilSpeak upif you feel the driver is distracted or is doing something dangerous.Say noto any behavior that draws your driver’s attention away from the road.Preventdistraction for the driver. Operate the radio, GPS and ventilation. Watch for signs, landmarks and traffic.Get homesafely, so everyone else on the road can do the same.
nsc.org/justdriveIs the Distraction coming from … inside the car?1010555 0223 ©2023 National Safety CouncilVehicle touchscreens may be advanced, but they can still cause distractions.Any distraction behind the wheel is dangerous for everyone.Your vehicle’s touchscreen takes your eyes off the road...Your hands off the wheel ...Adjust your touchscreen while you’re still parked. Need to make changes? Ask a passenger for help or pull over safely.For professional drivers, this includes dispatching devices and mobile data terminals. And your mind off of driving.
nsc.org/justdriveHandle distractions before you driveNow all you have to do is drive.991474 0223 ©2023 National Safety CouncilWhile you’re still parked:Program your routeSet up your music or podcastSilence and put away your phone
When you’re behind the wheel, your only job is to drive.1010730 0423 ©2023 National Safety CouncilWhat distracted driving looks likeIf something requires your hands, your eyes or your attention while you’re driving, it’s a distraction.Distractions can include:These habits may be common, but they’re still distracting and dangerous for you and everyone else on the road. • Cell phone use– Texting (even if you’re using voice commands)– Taking or making phone calls (even hands-free)– Recording videos– Using social media– Checking or sending emails• Passengers and pets inside the vehicle• Events outside the vehicle• Eating• Adjusting your GPS, music, podcast or audiobook• Using your vehicle’s touchscreens• Handling dispatching devices and mobile data terminals
Message 1208121 0224 ©2024 National Safety CouncilWhen you’re behind the wheel, your only job is to drive.How well do you know the three main types of distractions?VISUAL DISTRACTIONSTake your eyes off the road Take your hands off the wheelTake your mind off of drivingMANUALDISTRACTIONSCOGNITIVEDISTRACTIONSnsc.org/justdrive