Taking your eyes of the road for just one second can have devastating consequences.
In 2013, driver distraction contributed to 19 fatalities and 1,343 hospitalised casualties on Queensland roads.
However, the true extent to which distractions (including mobile phone usage), contributes to road crashes is likely to be higher because drivers will not necessarily admit when reporting a crash to police that they were distracted when a crash occurred.
Despite the dangers and illegality, approximately 76% of Queenslanders use their mobile phone illegally in the car.
Stay focused
- In the car, switch your phone to silent so you’re not tempted.
- Keep your phone out of sight. Consider placing it in the glove box.
- Pull over safely before grabbing your phone or GPS.
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Visit jointhedrive.qld.gov.au/road-safety-week for more information and to Speak up for Road Safety.
Queensland Road Safety Week is a joint initiative of the Queensland Police Service and the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
RACQ, the Motor Accident Insurance Commission, and the Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety – Queensland (CARRS-Q), are proud supporters of the event.
