Phones while driving!
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Studies show at least 92% of motor vehicle collisions are caused by driver's error, including distractions. Defensive and Safe driving on the road requires full attention to driving.
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Phones distract drivers both physically and mentally.
- Drivers "should not use phones while a vehicle is in motion". Call answer, voice mail or Call forwarding features make it easy not to use phones while driving. Calls should be made before or after embarking on a trip.
- During a trip, drivers should pull over and use the phone only when the vehicle is parked in a safe place.
- If possible, calls should be placed or received by another passenger in the vehicle.
- Studies show that it is not only the action of placing or answering a call, but the conversation content that creates distraction because "Driving involves mental and physical activities". Drivers should avoid conversations that will elevate stress levels or emotions.
Bill 118:
Ontario's new law prohibiting the use of hand-held cell phones and other hand-held communications and entertainment devices while driving will come into effect on October 26, 2009.Drivers who text, type, email, dial or chat using any hand-held device will face fines of up to $500 upon conviction. .
What health problems affect driving?
Medical conditions such as Stroke, Heart, Lung and Parkinson's diseases have a major impact on ones driving abilities. When a driver is medically impaired, he or she can be very dangerous to everyone on the road. Driving is not ones right; it is a privilege. As a safe driver, you must make safe judgments that will keep others and yourself safe from harm on the road. Here are some possible signs of unsafe driving due to a medical condition:
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Unaware of other vehicles in the surrounding area.
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Getting confused in finding your way.
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Missing traffic lights and getting sleepy and dizzy for no reason.
Copyright Dominion Driving Schools. Oct, 2009.
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