Set up first
Enter the route, mount permitted equipment and agree on a safe communication process before the vehicle moves.
Protect attention
Reading or typing a message takes attention away from traffic, mirrors and changing road conditions even when the interaction seems brief.
Driver takeaway
Pull over in a lawful safe location for route changes or detailed communication and follow both federal rules and stricter carrier policies.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration — Distracted Driving
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