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CELLULAR TELEPHONE SAFETY

Cellular telephones may be for personal pleasure or convenience, for business or for safety and security. They can be of valuable assistance in the event of an emergency. Unfortunately they can also be distracting and directly or indirectly lead to motor vehicle accidents. Here are some suggestions for the safe use of a cellular telephone in a vehicle.

Please make sure your cellular telephone is positioned where it is easy to see and easy to reach. Be familiar with the operation of the telephone, so that you are comfortable using it on the road.

It is best to dial the telephone when the vehicle is not moving.

Use a hands-free microphone while driving.

Use the speed dial feature to program frequently called numbers. This way you can dial the telephone by pressing only one button.

Writing while driving is very dangerous. If this is necessary pull over to a safe location to continue your conversation.

If available use your telephone's voice activated dialing feature to place a call so you don't have to take your eyes off of the road to dial.

Let your network's voice mail take the call if it's inconvenient or unsafe to answer the telephone while driving.

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