CELL PHONE SAFETY TIPS

CELL PHONE SAFETY TIPS

To make your day a little safer and your life a little easier, here are some cell phone safety tips:

• Try to place calls while your vehicle is stationary.
• Use a "hands-free" or speaker phone accessory (these are available for most if not all hand-held cell phones).  Not only does this allow you to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road, but using a hands-free kit keeps the phone further from your head reducing  exposure to the alleged tumor-causing radiation.
• Never read or write text messages while driving. Taking your eyes off the road for a second or two can result in a collision. Pull over to the side of the road if you must text.
• Program frequently called numbers into your phone's memory allowing you to keep dialing to a minimum.
• If you must dial when the car is moving, hold the phone at eye level so you will have a clear view of the road.
• Do not make emotional phone calls while driving (quitting your job, breaking up with a boyfriend or girlfriend, etc.) as you will be focused primarily on the call rather than your driving.
• Never read or write while the car is moving.  If you must write a note or take down a phone number during a conversation, PULL OVER!
• Make sure your phone is within easy reach while driving.
• Be careful when pulling over to place calls. To avoid being a crime victim, do not stop in dangerous areas and keep your car doors locked.
• If your phone is connected to your car's power source, disconnect your phone before using jumper cables.  The power surge could damage your phone.