Current Campaign - Cell Phones

The Dangers

• Many drivers now recognise that cell phones are the biggest distraction while driving - more than time pressures, eating, drinking, using the radio or changing music.
   
• In other countries, studies have shown that if you drive and use a cell phone you are four times more likely to have an accident.

Advice for Drivers

Even the most careful of drivers will be distracted by a phone call or text message - it affects concentration and anticipation. Here are some tips for drivers:

• If you are driving, keep your phone switched off.  This is, by far, the safest approach.  Use your voicemail or message service to access missed calls when you are able to stop or at the end of your journey.
   
• If you must use your phone while travelling, always stop in a safe place, or equip your vehicle with a 'hands-free' system.
   
• Be aware that even when you use a 'hands-free' system, your mind will not be fully on driving but on the conversation, so keep calls as short as possible.

Previous Campaigns

• Crash helmets
• Seat belts
• Speed
• Drink-driving
• Tiredness
• Tyres
• First Aid