Samuel Tucker, CPCU, CRMCEO at Carrier Risk Solutions, Inc.

Preventing Distracted Driving #dotcompliance #truckdriver #trucking #truckers #distracteddriving

3 Mar 2026 · 1 min

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This content was created by Samuel Tucker, CPCU, CRM. This content was uploaded by Samuel Tucker, CPCU, CRM. This is a YouTube video titled "Preventing Distracted Driving #dotcompliance #truckdriver #trucking #truckers #distracteddriving" (created 2026-03-03) containing a short, single-speaker set of DOT compliance tips aimed at truck drivers to prevent distracted driving. The speaker advises using a Bluetooth headset, pre-setting GPS/music/playlists, enabling Do Not Disturb, checking messages only during stops, and stowing the phone out of reach.

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DOT compliance tips: Preventing distracted driving. Prevent distracted driving and avoid DOT violations by adopting these tips. 1. Invest in a good Bluetooth headset and use it when you must talk on the phone. 2. Set up GPS directions, music playlists, or podcasts before leaving so there's no need to adjust these while driving. 3. Turn on Do Not Disturb mode or similar features on your phone to silence notifications for calls, texts, and social media. 4. Try to only check your messages, emails, and make calls during scheduled stops. 5. Hide your phone in a glove box or out of reach to avoid reaching for it while driving.