Defensive Driving - Distracted Driving: Driver Focus (Course)

Maintaining focus behind the wheel requires more than just keeping your eyes on the road—it involves developing situational awareness, minimizing in-vehicle distractions, and managing mental and emotional well-being. This course explores the importance of actively scanning surroundings, anticipating potential hazards, and making proactive adjustments to reduce risks associated with fatigue, stress, and modern distractions such as infotainment systems or mobile devices. Drivers will discover techniques to enhance mindfulness, maintain sustained focus during long drives, and recognize when it's safest to delay travel. Emphasis is also placed on agency-supported guidelines from OSHA and NHTSA that promote safe, attentive driving behavior.