First Chicago Insurance Company Launches Awareness Campaign To Promote Driver Safety
"As an auto insurance provider, stressing the importance of safe driving is fundamental. Just one second of not paying attention is all it takes to change a life forever," began
FCIC will be promoting three important tips during its campaign.
Tip #1 No cell phone use or texting while driving; no exceptions!
It is a fact technology, which helps drivers to multitask, is about convenience not safety. According to the
FCIC encourages drivers to consider installing cell phone blocking apps and devices to help them stay focused when driving. These apps can prevent drivers from making or accepting calls; texting or accessing the Internet while the vehicle is in motion. This technology can be effective for parents of teen drivers and even employers.
Peters added, "FCIC feels no cell phone use or texting while driving is such an important message, that we are asking our employees to take a no cell phone usage while driving challenge on
Tip #2 Promote safety practices for teen drivers.
May has been designated as Youth Traffic Safety month. This campaign gets under way each year during a high-risk time for young drivers: prom, graduation, and summer driving. The
Teens are often involved in an accident because they are inexperienced drivers. They struggle with night driving, judging gaps in traffic, and driving the right speeds for conditions. In addition, peers, music and other outside stimuli easily distract teens. It is important for parents to continue to teach their young drivers beyond the time they get their drivers license.
Tip #3 Take part in emergency preparedness.
FCIC encourages consumers to make at least one change to improve safety. Areas of focus would be weather related emergency safety plan, fire evacuation, safe driving practices, or acquiring skills in CPR and first aide. Consumers who use child safety seats should consider having them inspected for free at participating fire stations. In order to provide child safety during an accident, the seats must be installed properly.
"FCIC will utilize the companies social media platform to promote the safety campaign. Additionally, this valuable message will be promoted to FCIC employees through the employee newsletter," added Peters. "Implementing a strict rule of no talking or texting while driving starts by first adhering to the policy yourself. It is not easy, but really is a lifesaving decision. The biggest misconception is that it is unsafe for others to talk on the phone or text while driving, but it is ok for me. That mindset has to change," remarked Peters.
Sources:
- (1) https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/distracted-driving/technology-solutions
- (2) https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/distracted-driving/distracted-brain
- (3) https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/teen-driving
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