Defensive Driving - Distracted Driving: Potential Distractions
Last Updated 07/2025
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What you'll learn
Identify the most common sources of modern driver distractions, including those stemming from in-car technology and emotional or physical states.
Describe the risks associated with multitasking while driving and how it impairs reaction time and situational awareness.
Apply preventive strategies to minimize both internal and external distractions before and during driving.
Skills covered in this course
Description
Modern driving demands constant focus amid a growing array of distractions. From infotainment systems to driver-assistance technology, this course shows how to keep new conveniences from becoming new risks.
What this course covers:
- How infotainment and smartphones introduce distraction
- Risks of over-relying on driver-assistance technology
- Managing internal and emotional distractions
- Proactive preparation and responsible technology use
Ideal for drivers navigating today's technology-filled vehicles.
System Requirements
See System Requirements in the Coggno Knowledge Base
Author
Safety Instruct provides OSHA Compliance and Workplace Safety training designed to keep employees safe and organizations compliant. Their catalog includes Hazard Communication, PPE, Fire Safety, and industry-specific courses that meet federal and state regulations. The training is interactive, accessible, and tailored for both employees and supervisors. Safety Instruct emphasizes practical, real-world learning that helps reduce workplace risks. Companies use these courses to strengthen safety programs and meet compliance requirements.
Defensive Driving - Distracted Driving: Potential Distractions
Defensive Driving - Distracted Driving: Potential Distractions
Modern driving demands more than just control of the vehicle—it requires constant focus amid a growing array of distractions. From infotainment systems and smartphones to advanced driver assistance technologies and internal emotional states, today's drivers are challenged to remain attentive in increasingly complex environments. While these innovations aim to improve comfort and safety, they often introduce new risks when misused or over-relied upon. This course emphasizes the importance of proactive preparation, responsible technology use, and maintaining mental presence behind the wheel to avoid distraction-related accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How infotainment systems and driver-assistance technology can introduce new risks.
The risks of over-relying on driver-assistance technology while driving.
Yes, managing internal and emotional distractions alongside technology use.
Proactive preparation and responsible technology use before and during a trip.
Drivers navigating today's technology-filled vehicles.
This course is designed for employees and supervisors who need to complete Defensive Driving - Distracted Driving: Potential Distractions training
Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.
The course takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
