Screen Distractions in the Cab

About the Training

Watching videos or interacting with a screen behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle turns a moment of inattention into a potential catastrophe. This training shows how screen distraction delays reaction time, drives severe crashes, and violates federal and state law — and what it takes to keep your focus where it belongs.

What You'll Learn

  • Recognize how watching videos or using screens in the cab leads to delayed reactions
  • Explain why screen distraction is among the most dangerous forms of inattention
  • Identify the federal and state consequences of screen use while driving
  • Commit to keeping all screens out of reach while the vehicle is in motion

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