Cell Phone Safety

Cell phone use is a common cause of accidents while driving. In some states, it's illegal for a driver to
use a cell phone without a hands-free device.

The University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department offers these safety suggestions to help reduce
accidents caused by cell phone use:

    * Use a hands-free accessory whenever possible.
    * Don't risk an accident trying to reach your phone. Store it in an accessible place, but don't answer
it if you can't reach for it safely.
    * Memorize your keypad, speed dial and other functions so that you can pay attention to the road
while using your phone.
    * Don't talk on your phone while driving through construction zones, heavy traffic, bad weather or
other situations that require your full attention.
    * Plan your calls around your trip. Call once you're safely in your lane on the interstate, rather than
making a call as you're trying to merge into traffic.