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Practice Cell-Phone Safety

Practice Cell-Phone Safety
An increased reliance on cell phones has led to a rise in
the number of people who use them while driving. A survey released by the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company in January 2007 found that 73 percent of the 1,200 drivers interviewed talk on cell phones while driving. Unfortunately,
countless others use cell phones to read and send text messages while driving.
Talking on your cell phone — or worse, texting — spells
danger when it distracts you from driving your tow vehicle. Hauling demands close attention. Not only do you need to watch what you’re doing, but you also have to keep an eye on other drivers and on road conditions. To do this, you must focus on driving. USRider advocates not to use a cell phone while driving — especially when towing a horse trailer. Studies have shown that using wireless communication devices — both hand-held and hands-free — increases the risk of crash and injury. USRider advises drivers to move to a safe place off of
the road before using a cell phone. Source: USR