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National Teen Driver Safety Week
In our highly connected world, our handheld devices keep our finger on the latest news, updates and messages from friends, family and work, wherever we are. The chimes, rings and beeps seem to beckon our immediate attention. But one place where our attention cannot be diverted is behind the wheel of our vehicle. Just a split second can change the course of life for you and your young driver.
Distracted driving is theme of this year’s National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 16 to 23, presented by Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention organization.
It’s a great time to remind yourself and the young drivers in your family about the importance of keeping an eye on the road and not the phone. According to Parachute Canada, road collisions are the third-highest cause of death among young people, between the ages of 15 and 24.
When someone texts on their devices or checks information while driving, they are six-times more likely to be involved in a collision. Drivers need to have their eyes on the road to respond to any sudden or unexpected situation. It can happen in a flash and you can’t avoid what you don’t see. Keep focused and don’t risk your well-being and life, along the safety of your passengers and other road users.
Eliminate the temptation. Turn off your device or keep it in a spot where you can’t immediately access it. You have plenty of time to respond to a call, text message or pop-up alert when you get to your destination.
Parents and guardians must remember that they cannot just talk the talk to your young drivers, you need to lead by example. Parachute cites young people who witness their parents or guardian texting or calling on their devices when driving will most likely repeat that same action. Remember, you are the most effective influencer.
So remind yourself and your young drivers to keep their attention on the road, put down their devices, don’t drive impaired, and follow all speed limits. It’s a great recipe to stay safe and alive.
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In our highly connected world, our handheld devices keep our finger on the latest news, updates and messages from friends, family and work, wherever we are. The chimes, rings and beeps seem to beckon our immediate attention. But one place where our attention cannot be diverted is behind the wheel of our vehicle. Just a split second can change the course of life for you and your young driver.
Distracted driving is theme of this year’s National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 16 to 23, presented by Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention organization.
It’s a great time to remind yourself and the young drivers in your family about the importance of keeping an eye on the road and not the phone. According to Parachute Canada, road collisions are the third-highest cause of death among young people, between the ages of 15 and 24.
When someone texts on their devices or checks information while driving, they are six-times more likely to be involved in a collision. Drivers need to have their eyes on the road to respond to any sudden or unexpected situation. It can happen in a flash and you can’t avoid what you don’t see. Keep focused and don’t risk your well-being and life, along the safety of your passengers and other road users.
Eliminate the temptation. Turn off your device or keep it in a spot where you can’t immediately access it. You have plenty of time to respond to a call, text message or pop-up alert when you get to your destination.
Parents and guardians must remember that they cannot just talk the talk to your young drivers, you need to lead by example. Parachute cites young people who witness their parents or guardian texting or calling on their devices when driving will most likely repeat that same action. Remember, you are the most effective influencer.
So remind yourself and your young drivers to keep their attention on the road, put down their devices, don’t drive impaired, and follow all speed limits. It’s a great recipe to stay safe and alive.
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