In keeping with Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood’s emphasis on the hazards of distracted driving, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has developed an online instructional course on this topic for public transportation workers.

FTA created the 30-minute course, “Curbing Transit Employee Distracted Driving,” in conjunction with Florida DOT. This tool will educate, inform, and increase awareness among all transit workers about the dangers and challenges associated with distracted driving.

Topics addressed in the free course include a definition of the term “distracted”; risks of driving while distracted; typical distractions; tips for preventing distracted driving; and regulations, laws, and company policies using wireless devices.

Information on how to register is available on the FTA website.