Driving for work: mobile phones

Driving is the most dangerous work activity that most people do. Research indicates that about 150 people are killed or seriously injured every week in crashes involving someone who was driving, riding or otherwise using the road for work purposes.

One common risk is staff making or receiving calls, texting or otherwise using a mobile phone while driving.

A substantial body of research shows that using a hand-held or hands-free mobile phone while driving is a significant distraction, and substantially increases the risk of the driver crashing. High mileage and company car drivers are more likely than most to use a mobile phone while driving.