Drowsy Driving Awareness

Drowsy Driving Facts

Drowsy driving is a factor in more than 6,400 fatal crashes a year—about 21% of all fatal crashes
Sleepiness can impair driving abilities as much or more than driving while drunk.
Studies of medical staff show much higher risks for being in car crashes and near-crashes after extended work shifts compared with after normal shifts.



Warning Signs That You are Too Tired to Drive Highest Risk People for Drowsy Driving Causes – Drowsy driving can result from more than not getting enough sleep, including: Tips for Getting Home Safely When YOU ARE DROWSY Tips for Preventing Drowsy Driving Situations For More Information/References Recommendations from NASEMSO’s ‘Fatigue in EMS Risk Management Project’ Awareness & Prevention Campaign for Maryland Healthcare Providers

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