These are three examples of distractions while driving.
What are:
- texting
- emailing
- dialing
- talking
- viewing screens unrelated to driving
- programming a hands-free device
- eating
- grooming
100
This is the minumum fine for distracted driving.
What is $155?
100
True or false: So far in 2013, more people have been killed in motor vehicle collisions related to distracted driving than impaired driving.
TRUE: of the 144 people killed in Ontario as of August 2013, 47 involved distracted driving and 32 involved impaired driving.
200
True or false: As long as you program it before you start driving, it is legal to use a hands-free bluetooth device while driving.
TRUE
200
If you are charged with careless driving, you will receive 6 of these.
What are demerit points?
200
A driver sending a text message will travel the length of this type of sports field without looking at the road.
What is a football field?
300
True or false: You cannot, under any circumstances, dial 911 while driving.
FALSE: the law says you can call 911 while driving if needed, although it is preferred that you pull over if possible.
300
If you are caught distracted driving, you may also be charged with this criminal offence.
What is dangerous driving?
300
These drivers are 23 times more likely to be involved in a collision.
Who are texting drivers? (When compared to non-distracted drivers)
400
DOUBLE Jeopardy!!!
This is the name of the street the Health Unit is on.
What is 17th Street East?
400
True or False: you could lose your licence for up to 2 years if you are charged with distracted driving.
TRUE
400
True or false: Distracted driving plays a role in approximately 20% of collisions.
FALSE: Distracted driving plays a role in at least 50% of collisions.
500
Nebraska law states A driver who violates the texting law can be fined $200 (first offense), $300 (second offense) or $500 (for subsequent offenses) plus 3 points against the driver’s license.
What are the fines for driving while texting in Nebraska?
500
In extreme cases of distracted driving, offenders may end up here.
What is jail? (For up to six months).
500
A driver's chance of crashing doubles when they take their eyes off the road for this many seconds.