Kick Distracted Driving To The Curb

The problem of distracted driving continues to worsen, fueling a growing global crisis and a public outcry for better solutions to prevent mobile device use behind the wheel. And it’s particularly risky for employers whose workers drive company-owned or leased vehicles. The National Safety Council (NSC) claims that distracted driving is the leading cause of fatal crashes, and 40 percent of all workplace fatalities involved transportation incidents (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

In addition to the safety risks, distracted driving also poses significant financial liability for a company. For accidents that occur at the workplace, an organization may face legal action that could result in sizable monetary losses. Beyond that, distracted driving can cause a company to fail to reach its full potential. For instance, it’s been shown that even a 15 percent reduction in accidents leads to productivity gains, as well as significant overall cost reductions.