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New Jersey, Connecticut, New York, and the District of Columbia were the first US states to pass complete bans on speaking on a cell phone while operating a vehicle. Other states have tried to ban mobile phone use while driving, but only a few have passed these measures, and they concentrate on drivers under the age of eighteen, those with learning permits, and school bus drivers. It's best to pull over and stop the car if you need to make a call from your vehicle. Keep an eye out for an exit to a safe location such as a rest stop or parking lot; someplace out of traffic. The shoulder of the road can be a dangerous place to pull over. Consider waiting to get to a traffic light or other temporary stop if a total stop is not possible. If you absolutely need to talk on the phone while in a moving vehicle, take the following tips to maximize your safety: * Program often-used phone numbers into one button memory * Be familiar with the buttons on the phone so you're able to keep your attention on the road while dialing out * Keep the phone stored in plain sight and within easy reach * When calling out, keep the phone held out in front of you; dial the first digits, look at the road, then dial the rest of the number * Do not make calls that you anticipate will need intense concentration or great exchanges of emotion * Don't initiate calls when driving in darkness, poor visibility, or other situations requiring tight maneuvering * Try to keep your conversations short * Look in your rear-view mirrors often * Don't search for other materials in the car, or take notes Preparing to buy a new cell phone? You may want to consider automatic dialing options such as voice dialing. This makes calling much easier. If you frequently use your call phone on the road, consider a hands-free extension. It's best to only use your mobile phone for emergencies while driving, or to deliver brief, simple messages - estimated time of arrival, for example. Drive safely! Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
Nick Pegley is VP of Marketing at All Covered Inc, the only nationwide information technology (IT) services company focused solely on enabling the success of small businesses. Visit All Covered for more information.
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