Can having your mobile phone switched on while driving be dangerous?
Human factor: Physical factors
Explanation
Having the mobile phone turned on while driving can be dangerous because the **sound of an incoming call** can **surprise the driver**. This surprise can cause a **distraction** that increases the risk of an accident.
- Using the mobile phone while driving is one of the **behaviors that distract** the driver, along with others such as lighting a cigarette or using the GPS. These distractions can lead to errors such as misjudging distances or missing important signs.
- Although the use of hands-free devices is allowed, they can also be dangerous because the driver is still paying part of their attention to the conversation and not to the road.
- It is advisable to **stop the vehicle in a safe place** if you need to use the mobile phone, to avoid any type of distraction that could jeopardize road safety.
Therefore, it is important to be aware that any unexpected sound, such as that of an incoming call, can divert the driver's attention and increase the risk of accidents.
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