Best Practices For Using A Two-Way Radio While Driving

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• Although there is no current law restricting the
  use of two-way radios, it seems likely that many
  aspects would apply legally to drivers and their
  employers.
• Cell phone bans focus on two main risks the
  danger associated with reaching for a phone and
  the hazards posed by attempting to dial a number
  (which requires focus that should be on the
  road).
• Although two-way radios differ technologically
  from cell phones, these two major risks are still
  relevant.

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• Even though existing cell phone bans and
  restrictions don't explicitly refer to two-way
  radios, it's likely that a crash caused by
  reaching for a radio would still leave the
  employer liable.
• Because distracted driving is such a huge threat
  to the driver and those around him/her, it's
  important to make two-way radio use as safe as
  possible, regardless of whether the law has
  caught up.

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• Ensure easy one-touch use so that you don't have
  to reach for your radio while driving.
• Use a mounting clip near the steering wheel to
  make sure you can use the radio without looking
  too far from the road.
• Consider using a Bluetooth headset to make the
  experience entirely hands-free.

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• Be sure to keep conversations short and
  professional to limit the amount of time your
  attention to the radio is required.
• Make sure the radio's speaker mic is well within
  comfortable range (about an arm's length at
  maximum).
• Maintain a constant, clear radio volume so that
  you aren't constantly having to change the volume.

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• Limit the number of other distractions in your
  vehicle as much as possible so that radio calls
  don't simply add on to other distracting elements
  like loud music.
• Make it a point to be as vigilant and safe as
  possible while using your two-way radio, slowing
  down a bit if needed.
• If a call is going to be particularly long,
  distracting or stressful in some way, pull into a
  rest stop (if you can) to have the conversation.

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• Make sure your two-way radio and any mounting
  hardware you have stay in good working condition
  to prevent malfunctions that could take your eyes
  off the road.
• Do your best to stay aware of new driving and
  cell phone use laws so that you know what to be
  aware of in similar situations with two-way
  radios.

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