There are many reasons for driving, whether it be commuting to and from work, making a sales call, delivering a product or service or just picking up lunch. Driving may seem routine but can be very dangerous. Every five seconds an automobile crash occurs, every ten seconds an injury occurs from a crash and every twelve minutes someone dies from an automobile crash. Most accidents occur during the workday. Transportation accidents are the leading cause of on-the-job deaths. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics, 2,493 “fatal occupational injuries” were transportation incidents in 2005. This 16-page booklet is an excellent resource to complement our training course, and addresses the following areas: Importance of driving safely Preparing to drive Hazards on the road Driving on the freeway Driving on city streets Speeding Drinking and driving Parking What to do in an accident
