The LifeSaver app runs silently in the background of drivers’ smartphones, tracking each attempt by drivers to use their phones. The information is stored on the dashboard, which displays real-time driver compliance data. LifeSaver Mobile then generates a distracted driving score based on overall driver behavior, which fleet managers can use to assess their staff and determine at-risk drivers.
“We have found that the majority of distracted driving instances have been caused by irresponsible usage of mobile phones,” said Dan Braiman, PLM Loss Control Manager. “We believe that this partnership with LifeSaver Mobile will provide PLM policyholders with another invaluable resource to improve fleet safety by discouraging drivers from picking up their mobile devices. It’s also a great tool for agents and brokers working with PLM to encourage their policyholders to take advantage of.”
Committed to deterring distracted driving among commercial fleets in the wood niche, PLM offers continuous driver record monitoring through two other partners, Samba Safety and iiX. The services allow fleet managers to monitor their teams in real-time and assess driver safety. The services also offer several streaming safety videos designed to provide drivers and managers with the tools needed to stay safe on the road.
For more information on the PLM LifeSaver partnership, visit https://www.plmins.com/loss-control/distracted-driving-phone/.
About Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual
Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM) (www.plmins.com) is a nationally recognized property and casualty insurance carrier serving the lumber, woodworking and building material industries. Backed by 125 years of experience, the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based company protects over 5,000 businesses nationwide with property, general liability, inland marine, business automobile, commercial excess liability and equipment breakdown coverages.
About LifeSaver Mobile
LifeSaver Mobile is a mobile software solution that provides individuals, governments and businesses with the tools they need to measure and reduce cell phone-related distracted driving, an epidemic responsible for more than 25 percent of U.S. auto collisions each year. LifeSaver’s data-driven solution has been validated by millions of miles of driving.
LifeSaver’s mobile app discourages drivers from using their mobile phones while driving. The app also captures telematics data which includes attempted phone usage while driving and scores drivers based on their level of distracted driving behavior, which the individual or business owner can view through LifeSaver’s Driver Portal and use to improve driver behavior. Most importantly, the LifeSaver solution is a tool for individuals, governments and businesses to reinforce the importance of distraction-free driving. LifeSaver Mobile is based in San Jose, California. For more information, visit www.lifesavermobile.com.