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Distracted Driving: Cell Phone Use

About the Training

Nearly one-third of large truck crashes are rear-end collisions, and driver distraction is the leading cause. This training examines the three forms of distraction — visual, manual, and cognitive — and the federal regulations governing phone use behind the wheel, with practical habits drivers can use to keep their attention on the road and protect their CDL.

What You'll Learn

  • Explain the requirements of 49 CFR §392.82 prohibiting handheld phone use in a CMV
  • Recognize the three categories of distraction and how each degrades reaction time
  • Describe the penalties and CDL consequences of a distracted driving violation
  • Apply a pre-trip phone-storage routine that removes the temptation to use a device while driving

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