DWC publications:
Core safe driving practices
Employers should treat the vehicle and roadway as an extension of the workplace, with clear rules for seat belts, speeding, following distance, and sharing the road. These materials help build a basic occupational driving safety program for fleet and non‑fleet drivers.
- Defensive Driving Take 5 for Safety (English/Spanish).
- Fleet Motor Vehicle Safety Training Program (English/Spanish).
- Occupational Driving Safety Program Checklist (English/Spanish).
- Occupational Driving Safety Workplace Program (English/Spanish).
- Safe Driving Tips Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
Distracted and impaired driving
Texting, phone use, fatigue, alcohol, and drugs greatly increase the risk of crashes for workers who drive. These resources support policies that restrict cell phone use, address impairment, and help drivers stay focused behind the wheel.
- 5 Tips for Avoiding Distracted Driving (English).
- Aggressive Driving Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Driving and Using Cell Phones or Electronic Devices Workplace Program (English/Spanish).
- Driving Distractions Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Driving Fatigue Prevention Take 5 for Safety (English/Spanish).
- Holiday impaired driving prevention (English).
- Night Blindness Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Safer Roads, Safer Employees: Say No to Distracted Driving (English).
Road hazards and environmental conditions
Drivers must be ready for changing weather, school traffic, work zones, and other roadway hazards that can affect visibility and reaction time. These publications offer practical guidance for planning trips and adjusting driving techniques to conditions.
- 5 Tips for Driving in Fog (English).
- 5 Tips for Driving in Rain (English).
- 5 Tips for Driving in Windy Conditions (English).
- 5 Tips for Safe Driving in Work Zones (English).
- Back-to-School Safety (English).
- Back-to-School Traffic Take 5 for Safety (English/Spanish).
- Driving in Bad Weather Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Driving in Work Zones Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Flagger safety: Staying visible, alert, and alive in a work zone (English/Spanish).
- Parking Facility Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Railroad Crossing Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
Safe vehicle operation
Safe loading, backing, and maneuvering are critical for drivers who work around pedestrians, docks, and other vehicles. These resources address securing loads, rimmed wheel hazards, and backing into tight spaces or crowded areas.
- Drive Safe: Secure the Load (English/Spanish).
- Rimmed Wheels Safety Training Program (English/Spanish).
- Vehicle Backing Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
Vehicle inspection and maintenance
Regular inspections and maintenance help prevent breakdowns, fires, and crashes caused by equipment failure. These publications support pre‑trip checks, fuel safety, and basic vehicle maintenance expectations for occupational drivers.
- Gasoline Safety Take 5 for Safety (English/Spanish).
- Vehicle Battery Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Vehicle Safety Checklist (English/Spanish).
Specialized driver roles
Some workers drive vehicles with unique risks, such as 15‑passenger vans, golf carts, dump trucks, taxis, or delivery vehicles with frequent stops. These materials highlight the extra precautions needed for specialized driving tasks and equipment.
- 5 Tips for 15-Passenger Van Safety (English).
- 5 Tips for Golf Cart Safety in the Workplace (English).
- Delivery Driver Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Dump Truck Driver Safety Tips (English).
- Dump Truck Tip-Over Prevention Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Golf Cart Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Holiday Safety Concerns for Delivery Drivers (English).
- Light-Duty Trailer Safety Fact Sheet (English/Spanish).
- Making Roadways Safer One Trailer at a Time (English).
Training programs available:
More information on training programs is available in the Training Program Descriptions publication, visit www.txsafetyatwork.com, or contact Workplace Safety at 512-804-4610 or SafetyTraining@tdi.texas.gov.
Help from your insurance company:
If you have a workers’ compensation policy in Texas, your insurance company must give you free accident prevention help, including:
- Surveys.
- Consultations.
- Safety advice and training.
- Industrial hygiene and health services.
- Claims history.
- Accident analysis.
You must contact your insurance company for help. If you have any trouble getting help from your insurance company, contact DWC at 800-687-7080 or healthsafety@tdi.texas.gov.