The Distracted Driving, Walking, and Operating Machinery course highlights the dangers of distraction in everyday activities—whether on the road, on foot, or at work. While distracted driving receives widespread attention, many serious injuries also occur when people lose focus while walking or operating equipment. These preventable incidents can have life-altering consequences, but increased awareness and safer habits can significantly reduce the risks.

This training features retired Firefighter/Paramedic Martin Lesperance, who explains common types of distractions and the steps individuals can take to stay alert and attentive. Learners explore how distraction affects judgment, how fatigue contributes to unsafe behaviour, and how to maintain awareness in various environments. The course equips participants with practical strategies to stay focused and avoid causing distractions for others.

Distraction is a leading cause of incidents in workplaces, on roads, and in public spaces. Understanding how distractions occur—and learning how to avoid or manage them—is essential for preventing injuries. This course helps participants recognize risks early, make conscious decisions to stay focused, and correct unsafe situations before they lead to harm.

Four Types of Distracted Driving

• Review visual, manual, cognitive, and auditory distractions
• Learn how each type impacts reaction time and situational awareness

Distracted Walking

• Understand the hazards of inattentive walking in busy or hazardous environments
• Learn safe habits for staying aware of surroundings

Making a Conscious Effort to Avoid Distractions

• Explore strategies for building awareness and forming safer habits
• Learn how to reduce multitasking that compromises safety

Avoiding Fatigue

• Review how fatigue reduces attention and decision-making
• Learn methods to maintain alertness

Avoiding Distracting Other People

• Understand how personal actions can distract others and create hazards
• Learn how to support a safer environment for coworkers and bystanders

Learning to Manage Your Attention

• Explore tools and techniques for improving focus
• Learn how to redirect attention when distractions occur

Fixing Dangerous Situations

• Identify unsafe conditions caused by distraction
• Learn steps to correct or report hazards

This online Distracted Driving, Walking, and Operating Machinery course takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume the training at their convenience.

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass this course. Participants may take the course up to three times to achieve a passing grade.

Upon successful completion, learners can download and print a digital certificate confirming their understanding of distraction awareness and safe behaviour practices.