How to Avoid Distracted Driving

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Turn off your cell phone/pager/dvd player/other device.

   The best way to avoid being distracted by your phone or device is simply to turn it off and put it away while you are behind the wheel.
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   Step 2: If you cannot turn your phone off due to family or work reasons

   Although this solution does not eliminate distraction, it will allow you to respond without having to look away from the road or remove your hands from the wheel. ,, This will leave your hands free and engage less of your attention. ,
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   Step 3: use a hands-free device.

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   Step 4: If you leave your phone or device on while in the car and receive a call or text your feel compelled to answer

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   Step 5: pull off to the side of the road before doing so.

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   Step 6: Ask a passenger to handle calls for you.

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   Step 7: Install software on your phone that automatically starts when you drive

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   Step 8: and responds to calls and texts on your phone with a message that you are driving and will get back to the caller later.

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