redial and memory. Also, work
to memorize the phone
keypad so you can use the
speed dial function without
taking your attention off the
road.
2. When available, use a hands-
free device. A number of
hands-free wireless phone
accessories are readily
available today. Whether you
choose an installed mounted
device for your wireless phone
or a speaker phone accessory,
take advantage of these
devices if available to you.
3. Position your wireless phone
within easy reach. Make sure
you place your wireless phone
within easy reach and where
you can reach it without
removing your eyes from the
road. If you get an incoming
call at an inconvenient time, if
possible, let your voicemail
answer it for you.
4. Suspend conversations during
hazardous driving conditions
or situations. Let the person
you are speaking with know
you are driving; if necessary,
suspend the call in heavy
traffic or hazardous weather
conditions. Rain, sleet, snow
and ice can be hazardous, but
so is heavy traffic. As a driver,
your first responsibility is to
pay attention to the road.
5. Do not take notes or look up
phone numbers while driving.
If you are reading an Address
Book or business card, or
writing a "to-do" list while
driving a car, you are not
watching where you are going.
It is common sense. Don't get
caught in a dangerous
situation because you are
reading or writing and not
paying attention to the road or
nearby vehicles.
6. Dial sensibly and assess the
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