Cell phones -- let the driver beware. (Forum).New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of passed a law last year requiring drivers to use hands-free cell phones -- and California might be next. State legislators are expected to consider a bill next month to ban hand-held cell phones that the California Highway Patrol highway patrol n. A state law enforcement organization whose police officers patrol the public highways. supports, based on accident data it is in the process of compiling. So the Business Journal asks: Do you think the use of hand-held cell phones poses a risk on the road? If so, what should be done about it? James V James V, king of Scotland James V, 1512–42, king of Scotland (1513–42), son and successor of James IV. His mother, Margaret Tudor, held the regency until her marriage in 1514 to Archibald Douglas, 6th earl of Angus, when she lost it to John . Luck President & Chief Executive and Medical Director Orthopaedic Hospital I think it's a health hazard health hazard Occupational safety Any agent or activity posing a potential hazard to health. Cf Physical hazard. just driving in Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. . Anything we can do to keep people from being distracted while driving is a step in the right direction. I would support legislation that improves safety. Michael R. Morris Managing Principal Valensi, Rose & Magaram PLC Driving with a hand-held cell phone is about as safe as riding a bicycle or motorcycle without a helmet. You may escape injury, but the risk is socially unacceptable. Driving is a licensed activity, not a God-given right. Drivers shouldn't be permitted to operate their vehicles with one hand on the wheel and the other on a cell phone glued to their ear. Renee Fraser President & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Fraser Communications Talking on the phone while driving is definitely a hazard. There's just no way to focus on both at the same time. But in these busy days, what's the solution? Marshall McNott President & Chief Executive Los Angeles Mission I think most of us are guilty and should be sobered from seeing what is happening from cell phone use while driving. I have a headset -- now, if only I could remember to attach it before I get in my car. Driving with one's knees not only makes my wife very nervous, but is really quite unsafe. I'm going to be better. Now, if only my wife wouldn't call me on my cell phone when I'm in my car. Bonnie Chan Integrated Communications Soatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles Yes, they can be a risk, but they can also be a lifesaver, especially when stuck in a situation where you need help. You can prioritize your calls and pull off to the side of the road if necessary. Marck Garcia Marketing Director Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP LLP - Lower Layer Protocol I think it can be dangerous if the driver isn't using a hands free device, because physically holding a phone puts the driver and other drivers at risk. I believe in keeping two hands on the wheel. Dan Casey Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing WorldLink LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control Yes, handheld cell phones pose a risk while driving, which is why I use an earpiece. In sales you need to be on the phone and the morning commute in L.A. is a perfect time to talk to customers, clients and employees in New York. |
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