Distracted Driving, Walking, and Operating Machinery

This online Distracted Driving, Walking, and Operating Machinery course is designed to discuss various types of distraction and the actions we can take to keep our attention on the task at hand.

Course Overview

The dangers of distracted driving are no secret, but there are other activities we engage in that demand our full attention to avoid accidents and injuries.

Many people are hurt or killed when they become distracted while working or even walking. Consequently, distraction has taken and destroyed many lives, but we donÕt have to let that continue happen; we can do something about it.

This online Distracted Driving, Walking, and Operating Machinery course features retired Firefighter/Paramedic Martin Lesperance who discusses the various types of distraction and the actions we can take to keep our attention on the task at hand.

Course Topics

  • Four types of distracted driving
  • Distracted walking
  • Making a conscious effort to avoid distractions
  • Avoiding fatigue
  • Avoiding distracting other people
  • Learning to manage your attention
  • Fixing dangerous situations