CVSA's Operation Safe Driver Week is Scheduled for July 7-13

CVSA's Operation Safe Driver Week is July 7-13, 2024

CVSA Week 2024

During Operation Safe Driver Week, law enforcement across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. will actively monitor both commercial and passenger vehicle drivers for unsafe practices. This includes speeding, distracted driving, tailgating, impaired driving, and more. Offenders may receive warnings or citations as a consequence.

The primary focus of this year's Operation Safe Driver Week is on addressing reckless, careless, or dangerous truckload driving. Reckless driving entails operating a vehicle with blatant disregard for safety, while careless or dangerous driving involves inadequate attention to road safety or consideration for others. Let's prioritize safety and responsible driving habits on our roads.

Throughout this year's Operation Safe Driver Week, law enforcement officials will be vigilant for instances of reckless, careless, or dangerous driving behavior.

Reckless driving is characterized by a deliberate and reckless disregard for the safety of individuals or property. Careless or dangerous driving, on the other hand, involves operating a vehicle without the appropriate level of care, attention, or consideration for fellow motorists and pedestrians.

In 2022, there were a staggering 42,795 fatal traffic crashes recorded in the United States alone. Let's work together to promote safer driving habits and reduce these alarming statistics.

As per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, effective communication and outreach play pivotal roles in successful transportation safety initiatives. However, their impact is limited unless accompanied by robust enforcement measures. Operation Safe Driver Week is designed to enhance road safety through proactive outreach and education, coupled with responsive enforcement to address unsafe driving behaviors.

This initiative is part of CVSA's broader Operation Safe Driver Program, which provides resources for both new and commercial drivers. It includes downloadable public service announcement videos and free postcards in multiple languages. Collaboration among various law enforcement agencies, industry stakeholders, and governmental bodies across North America underscores a unified commitment to reducing road crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

Let's work together to make our roadways safer for everyone.