Cell phone use is like an addiction – people know it is dangerous, but can’t resist the behavior. Before starting a trip, reduce the temptation to use your phone while driving by adopting some of these practices:

• Turn off or silence the phone
• Put the phone out of reach
• Use a phone app to refuse calls and texts
• Set up a voicemail message that says “I don’t talk or text while driving”
• Discourage others from calling or texting you while you are driving
• Ask passengers to manage your phone
• Review or program maps before starting your trip

How you can influence others:

• Don’t call or text others while they are driving
• End conversations received from callers who are driving
• As a passenger, request phone-free driving
• Model safe driving behaviors for passengers
• Encourage your employer to develop a policy that prohibits cell phone use while driving
• Support laws and community action

View Just Drive – Take Action Against Distraction Video: