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technology devices such as cell phones, laptops and hand-held organizers; | ||
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reading maps or other material; | ||
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grooming activities; | ||
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eating or drinking; | ||
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note taking; | ||
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conversing with passengers; | ||
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tending to children or pets; and | ||
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adjusting in-vehicle controls (radio, climate control and CD player) |
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The following are some tips to help reduce driver
distraction: |
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Put reading material in trunk if tempted to read. | |
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Attend to personal grooming and plan route before leaving. | |
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Identify and preset your vehicle's climate control, radio and CD player. | |
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Make it a habit to use your cell phone only when parked, have a passenger take the call or let the caller go to voice mail. | |
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Do not engage in emotional or complex conversation. | |
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When hungry or thirsty, take a break. | |
Reduce driver distractions. Focus on driving. |