Safety and Accident Reconstruction - P18308700

DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM ELECTRONIC DEVICES: INSIGHTS AND IMPLICATIONS “Very interesting topic and good insight on past studies.”

Although many have an idea of what the term “driver distraction” means, no common definition exists within the research community. Additionally, many studies have investigated the topic, but with varying and sometimes conflicting results. What should be made of these discrepancies? This course provides an overview of driver distraction (predominantly electronic devices): the problem; how to define it; the current state of research and how to critically evaluate that research to make informed decisions; and the effectiveness of state laws and fleet policies to reduce it. The conclusion of the course summarizes strategies, techniques, and technologies shown to be effective in reducing distracted driving from electronic devices. LEARNING OBJECTIVES By participating in this web seminar, you will be able to: • Weigh the extent of the driver distraction problem • Define driver distraction • Critically examine the current state of driver distraction research • Identify the strengths and limitations of various research approaches that assess driver distraction from electronic devices • Recognize the difference between various forms of distraction (cognitive, auditory, visual, manual) • Assess the effectiveness of policy efforts to reduce driver distraction from electronic devices • Explain that all cell phone “tasks” do not have equal risk • Determine effective strategies, techniques, and technologies for minimizing distracted driving WHO SHOULD ATTEND Engineers interested in a critical examination of the latest research in driver distraction. Vehicle manufacturers, OEMs, and cell phone providers and manufacturers will be able to use the information presented to develop engineering solutions in this area. Government officials and transportation safety researchers will also benefit.

Susan Drescher Product Management Continental Automotive

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