What is a "Mobile Phones And Driving"? The Most Authoritative Explanation.

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What is a "Mobile Phones And Driving"? The Most Authoritative Explanation.

Is using a hand-held mobile phone dangerous when driving?

A recent police clampdown on driving while using hand-held mobile phones caught nearly 8,000 UK drivers in a week, ostensibly reflecting a widespread disregard of a law intended to protect all. But is using a hand-held mobile phone really that dangerous when driving? Yes. In fact, the evidence is irrefutable.

What percentage of drivers use their phone while driving?

Spain: Observational studies indicate that around 3% of drivers use their mobile phone while driving. naturalistic driving study indicated that around 30% of car drivers make use of the phone while driving (Stutts et al, 2003). A Dutch survey found that 48% of car drivers use the phone while driving.

Can you use a mobile phone as a driver's aid?

Drivers are able to use their mobile phone as a driver’s aid (e.g. GPS) only if the phone is in a cradle fixed to the vehicle and doesn’t obscure their view of the road. While driving or riding you cannot use your mobile phone for anything else, including: Holding your phone in any way (in hand, on lap, between shoulder and ear).

Can staff drive on a mobile phone?

Staff driving for work must never make or receive calls on a mobile phone, whether hand-held or hands-free, while driving. Persistent failure to do so will be regarded as a serious matter. Lead by example, both in the way they drive themselves and by not tolerating poor driving practice among colleagues.


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