31Turning Off Your Phone Before Flying
Turn off your phone before boarding any aircraft.To prevent possible
interference with aircraft systems,the U.S.Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA)regulations require you to have permission from a
crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground.To
prevent any risk of interference,FCC regulations prohibit using your
phone while the plane is in the air.
Turning Off Your Phone in Dangerous Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations,turn your phone off when
in a blasting area or in other areas with signs indicating
two-way radios should be turned off.Construction crews often use
remote-control RF devices to set off explosives.
Turn your phone off when you’re in any area that has a potentially
explosive atmosphere.Although it’s rare,your phone and accessories
could generate sparks.Sparks can cause an explosion or fire,resulting
in bodily injury or even death.These areas are often, but not always,
clearly marked.They include:
Fueling areas such as gas stations.
Below deck on boats.
Fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities.
Areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain,
dust or metal powders.
Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off
your vehicle’s engine.
Note:Never transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the
compartment of your vehicle that contains your phone or accessories.
Restricting Children’s Access to Your Phone
Your phone is not a toy.Do not allow children to play with it as they
could hurt themselves and others,damage the phone or make calls that
increase your invoice.
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Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic;if possible,place calls when
stationary or before pulling into traffic.
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may
divert your attention from the road.
Dial 911to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your
wireless phone.
Use your phone to help others in emergencies.
Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless
number when necessary.
Following Safety Guidelines
To operate your phone safely and efficiently,always follow any special
regulations in a given area.Turn your phone off in areas where use is
forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency
(RF)signals. However,RF signals from wireless phones may affect
inadequately shielded electronic equipment.
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded
electronic operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor
vehicles.Check with the manufacturer or their representative to
determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF
signals.Also check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment
that has been added to your vehicle.
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices,such as
pacemakers and hearing aids,to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF signals.
Note:Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission
before using the phone near medical equipment.