What Does Unsafe Driving Cost You?
per fatal crash
(plus incalculable emotional costs)
per non-fatal crash
per vehicle damaged
Data source: 2019 Nets Cost of Crashes Report
BEHIND-THE-WHEEL TRAINING
Advance driver training programs based on The Smith5Keys®
DriverDirect™
We come to your site to conduct classroom and on-road training with the reinforcement of a certified instructor. By learning in real world scenarios, drivers are better able to replicate their skills on the job.
DriverTrainer™
Our train-the-trainer certifications provide your staff with the skills to teach our proven crash-prevention methods to your fleet drivers. Training can be conducted at your location, no matter where you are in the world.
DrivingDynamics™
Our DrivingDynamics program provides drivers with substantially increased abilities to control a vehicle in emergency situations.
eLearning
- Cost-effective option
- Wide variety of driving and workplace safety topics
- Accessible anywhere there’s an internet connection
- Incorporates testing to improve learning and retention
- LMS integration available
DRIVER & FLEET MANAGEMENT
Smith System fleet-management tools allow you to track fleet vehicles and monitor driver behavior with GPS location and telematics, then store and manage the data you collect in a single, powerful platform.
What are The Smith5Keys®?
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®
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
One of the best services that Smith System has is the behind-the-wheel component because that really takes it out of the classroom and into the real world. Making sure that those concepts are applied in a real-world setting, in a semi-controlled environment, with an instructor there coaching the drivers and providing feedback is very beneficial.
— Rob Helstrom, Penske Logistics
Latest Blog Posts
The 5 Keys to Emergency Maneuvers
A close call while driving can be the result of human error, equipment failure, weather conditions, or a sudden accidental occurrence. No matter what happens to create a sudden driving hazard, the result is the same: you need to quickly maneuver your vehicle away from the hazard to avoid a collision.
Read MoreEnhancing Safety Culture with Smith System: A Success Story from Arlington ISD In Texas.
At Smith System®, our mission is to create safer driving environments through innovative solutions. We’re thrilled to share a testimonial from Curt Fernandez, the Director of Risk Management at Arlington, Texas ISD and the 1-800 How’s My Driving decal-based safety program, implemented through Drivers Alert, which highlights the impact of our initiatives on enhancing road safety.
Read MoreRoadtrip Safety: 5 Things You Need To Know
The official kick-off to summer often begins with road trips, whether it’s visiting family and friends or simply taking a few days off to relax after a long winter. This time of year marks a busy season for drivers on the roads. With more vehicles out there, what can drivers do to remain safe during these trips?
Read MorePrioritizing Workplace Safety: A National Safety Month Commitment
As we observe National Safety Month, it is a critical time to reflect on the importance of workplace safety and the measures we can take to protect our employees. Workplace safety is not just a regulatory requirement; it is a fundamental aspect of creating a healthy, productive, and sustainable work environment. At Smith System®, we are dedicated to advancing safety standards through our comprehensive eLearning and driver training programs, designed to reduce the alarming rate of workplace death and injury.
Read MoreOur History
In 1952, Harold Smith established Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, the nation’s first professional driver training company. He understood that most crashes are preventable if the right driving habits are learned, practiced and applied consistently. Since then, millions of drivers throughout the world have benefited from the program he developed.