Corporate Education Program
The goal of the Drop It And Drive corporate education program is to raise awareness within the corporate culture about the dangers of distracted driving. This national program is ideal for OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) directors, managers and coordinators seeking relevant presentation topics for their companies. Presenting to management and employees effectively addresses corporate safety values and risk management.
“You guys had my attention from start to finish. Seen a few presentations on distracted driving, this was by far the best.” T.A., Tech
“These videos need to be presented to any and all drivers, particularly before writing your first road exam.” R.F., Asphalt Plant Operator, Ontario
Our dynamic presentation, with a combination of personal stories, videos and images, is unlike anything else in Canada. With a focus on stories over statistics we deliver a powerful and effective message with a combination of knowledge, individual experience, energy and humour. The D.I.A.D. speakers’ team includes a personal impact speaker; first responder experiences and law enforcement perspectives. We liaise with local enforcement and emergency services to deliver presentations with maximum corporate and community impact.
“Keep up the great, important work! Shock value was very effective.” Staff
“I will NEVER text and drive again or call my wife when I know she is driving.” J.L. Pit Man/Tower Operator, Ontario
Our program addresses: employees at risk for injury, death, lost wages as well as possible employment action if they are the at-fault driver; and, employers’ at risk of losing valued workforce members and increased liability.
“The difference with D.I.A.D. is that it provided an all rounded presentation. The impact of the presentation is greater by including all perspectives and therefore D.I.A.D. provides any audience with a powerful, life changing presentation. I believe all communities should be proactive by having this presentation!” Karie Ackerman, Executive Director, Ponoka VSU, Alberta
Distracted Driving Stats & Facts
- According to a recent poll, nearly 3 Canadian drivers out of 4 admit to driving distracted
- Distracted drivers are a risk to employees and employers.
- Economic losses caused by traffic collision-related health care costs and lost productivity are at least $10 billion annually. That’s about 1% of Canada’s GDP! -Government of Canada
- Recent CAA survey shows that 80% of all collisions involve driver distraction. – Canadian Automobile Association 2011 Survey
- An AMEC survey of its employees across North America found 95% of respondents did not experience a decrease in productivity as a result of the ban of wireless devices while driving during work hours.
- The AMEC employee survey also reported 97%+ of respondents agreed that talking on a cell phone impacts a person’s ability to drive safely. 96% felt that responsible companies should discourage employee use of wireless communications devices while driving.
- “It’s not a question of what your hands are doing. It’s a question of what your head is doing. And so when your head is engaged in that phone conversation, you become blind to some of the things happening around you.”- Dr. Ira Hyman, Western Washington University
- When people are on cell phones, hands-free or not, they can’t focus fully on driving or even walking, i.e. Inattentional Blindness.
- 6 people die every day on Canada’s roads. – Transport Canada
CONTACT US TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR UNIQUE & EFFECTIVE PROGRAM OR TO BOOK SESSIONS: 778-571-0372
Presentation fees, honorariums and donations help subsidize our school education program.
