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Behind the Wheel

Driver risk management is essential to any fleet safety program. Partnering with Smith System means your analytics are built on 70+ years of proven driver safety expertise. Whether you're a driver, trainer, or safety or fleet manager, our 5Keys Engage solution goes beyond incident reporting to target the behaviors that lead to risk.

eLearning

Our 5Keys eLearning courses deliver powerful, interactive training that reinforces The Smith5Keys®, helping drivers develop safer behaviors anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s a deep dive into defensive driving, quick safety refreshers, or DOT compliance training, our eLearning options reduce risk and lower costs, all with the self-paced flexibility of online learning.

Driver Analytics

For fleet managers and companies, The Smith5Keys® translate into fewer collisions, reduced liability, and improved driver performance across the board. By standardizing safe driving behaviors throughout the workforce, organizations gain measurable cost savings, stronger compliance, and a culture of safety that protects both people and business outcomes.

Key 1: Aim High in Steering®
- Our eyes are designed to work for us at walking speeds.
- The average person has not adjusted visually or mentally to the higher speeds of motor vehicles.
- Look ahead to where you will be at least 15 seconds into your future.
- A 15-second eye-lead time provides advanced warning and gives you an additional margin of safety.
- Use improved eye-lead time for more efficient and economical driving.
Key 2: Get the Big Picture®
- While scanning ahead, do not forget the sides and rear.
- Consistently update your information.
- Check at least one of your mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds.
- Do not focus attention on insignificant objects.
- Stay alert to the relevant information that can assist you in making well-informed decisions.
- Eliminate visual barriers by establishing proper following distance.
- Stay far enough behind other vehicles to obtain the visibility necessary to make your own decisions.
Key 3: Keep Your Eyes Moving®
- Focusing on any object for too long diminishes your peripheral vision.
- Scan all intersections before entering them.
- Keep your eyes moving every 2 seconds.
- Eye activity stimulates the brain. An active mind is better able to resist the effects of fatigue.
- Avoid distractions in your vehicle and your thinking.
- Recognize and avoid drivers who seem distracted.
Key 4: Leave Yourself an Out®
- The safest position in traffic is with few or no vehicles around you.
- When possible, surround your vehicle with space.
- Choose the proper lane and adjust speed accordingly to maintain your space cushion.
- If you lose part of the cushion, work to keep at least the front and one side open.
- Avoid tailgaters. When one is present, the collision potential is high.
Key 5: Make Sure They See You®
- Detect the presence of potential danger early.
- Send your warning signals as soon as you think they will be recognized not too soon or too late.
- Seek eye contact by using the warning devices on your vehicle.
- Do not take eye contact for granted. Be sure your warnings are heeded.
- Eye contact is valuable but it is no guarantee against the unexpected.

“The frequency and severity of accidents have decreased over the years of Smith System implementation.”

- Bolt Express

Why Smith System?

Smith System is the world leader in driver safety. Backed by data and guided by over 70 years of expertise, our programs help drivers in any vehicle, anywhere, reduce risks and stay in control. We are the only Driver Risk Management company that brings you leading edge behavior-modifying methods built on a foundation of the best in-person driver safety training in our industry: The Smith5Keys®.

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The insight to drive different.

Trusted by more than half the Fortune 500 companies plus growing businesses worldwide. Each year Smith System teach hundreds of thousands of drivers to drive smarter and safer.

Contact us Today!

Our Products

Behind the Wheel

eLearning

Driver Analytics

Key 1: Aim High in Steering®

Key 2: Get the Big Picture®

Key 3: Keep Your Eyes Moving®

Key 4: Leave Yourself an Out®

Key 5: Make Sure They See You®

“The frequency and severity of accidents have decreased over the years of Smith System implementation.”

Why Smith System?

Reach out to us at +1 (817) 330-8606 or fill out this form. A team member will be in touch shortly.

Reach out to us at
+1 (817) 330-8606 or fill out this form. A team member will be in touch shortly.