...Topic: Should cell phones be illegal while driving? In today’s current environment there are a host of dangers confronting drivers on the road. As highways and secondary roads become more congested and distractions within ones vehicle grow, the United States has seen an increase in avoidable accidents, included distracted driving. Vehicular accidents happen for a variety of reasons, which can be broken up between avoidable and unavoidable. Among the avoidable accidents, distracted driving due to use of a cellular device been taken as a distinct item of interest by both local and state law enforcement agencies, specifically how to reduce this type of avoidable accident. Drive down any major highway and you will likely see a billboard warning motorists of the dangers of cell phone use while driving. These billboards often comprise of slogans such as “stop the texts, stop the wrecks”. While this may cause a motorist to put their phone down for a few minutes, does it provide a strong enough message to passing motorists of the risk that they are taking using their phone while driving, both to themselves and to other drivers? Law enforcement agencies may argue that it does not. There are a number of states that have implemented laws that prohibit motorists from using...
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...I totally agree with law of making illegal to have a phone in your hand while driving. There is some reasons why I agree with the law. My first reason is your keeping yourself and other people safe. Another reason is you might get in a car accident or you might kill someone. My final reason is you can get distracted while having your phone in your hand. While driving and you are not using your phone can keep you safe from many things. One text message you get and you do not read can save your life. Many teens are the ones who take responsibility as a joke. While parents, teachers, and friends tell them they got to be careful at driving. Driving and texting is not a joke, it is something very serious. Others can put yours lives in...
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...Njeri Carroo English Period 4 Prompt: Write an essay in which you discuss someone who has had an unusual influence on your life. *Vroom..vroom screech. Honk Honk*. “What the hell are you doing?” my fellow motorists yelled as I weaved the car in and out of the single lane roadway in Portland Jamaica. The person who orchestrated this stunt was my beloved Uncle, Paul. It was my first time behind the wheels of a motor car on the main road and it meant the world to me, mostly because I was only 8 years old. at the time which made me incompetent because I was too short and had no knowledge of the “road code”. I was behind the steering wheel. My motions were erratic. I weaved the car on and off the shoulder as well as across the white line that denotes the other side of the road. When I agreed to take the wheel, I had no idea of the terror I was about to experience. Thankfully but perhaps unluckily, a squad car pulled us over. “Quick, let’s switch seats” Uncle Paul whispered and so we did. The female officer marched up to the car window and exclaimed “I saw what y’all just did!” As she started to interrogate us about what just transpired. Then came the episode of cold sweat. We quickly buckled under pressure and the stress of the situation and came clean. The officer proceeded to write us four tickets. “Two for the young lad, and two for you, the delinquent.” she said. While the officer was in the process of writing the tickets, she came up with an alternative. She asked...
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...Driving While Distracted: Examining the Impact of Cell Phone Use on Driving Janine Graves Argosy University, Seattle Abstract This study examines the role of cell phones on driver's vision and attention. By including studies which use hand held, hands free and/or texting, this paper emphasizes that all forms of cell phone communication impairs drivers. Furthermore, research hi-lights how cell phone distraction can equal or exceed impairment caused by drunk driving. Driving While Distracted: Examining the Impact of Cell Phone Use on Driving Over the last several years, many states around the country have enacted laws aimed at limiting cell phone use while driving. Such laws are typically drafted...
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... however, designed to support extensive driving. Other safety features found on highways may include guard rails, street lights and electronic notification signs. These features, as well as vehicle safety technologies, are in place to protect drivers from the dangers inherent in driving. However, the number one cause of collisions is driver error. Traffic safety is the primary responsibility of all highway users. You can carry out this responsibility by practicing safe and courteous driving behavior. Texas has a highway system that is considered to be one of the most extensive systems in the United States. Annually, Texas drivers will log over 187 billion miles. In recent years, the state of Texas has seen the numbers of traffic fatalities increase. Two primary contributors to this increase are speeding and driving while intoxicated (DWI). Any driver in the United States can reduce fatalities and injuries by simple acts such as using safety belts. If we all contribute to responsible driving, we can drastically decrease highway fatalities. It begins with YOU. Make a personal commitment today to carefully pay attention to the content of this course and to study the Texas Driver Handbook. Do this to develop the skills and knowledge that you need to become a safe driver. Basic knowledge of traffic laws provides a driver with the foundation to formulate informed, legal, and responsible decisions to reduce risk. C - The Privilege of Driving | Vehicles were invented by the great...
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...drive, and are not only endangering themselves but all other drivers on the road as well. Alcohol is a depressant which means it does not allow a human to function at full capacity. Things like hand-eye coordination are affected as well as cognitive functions. Even one drink can slow a driver’s reaction time and thought process, which could lead to a severe and even sometimes fatal accident. “Driving While Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs.” NCADD, 26 June 2015, www.ncadd.org/about-addiction/driving-while-impaired-alcohol-and-drugs....
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...Argumentative Essay Bailey Tollefson WR097/EL113W 11/26/15 There is a tremendous issue in America with teens driving. A big reason why is because car crashes are, “the number one killer of teens in the United States” (“Safe kids Worldwide,” 2014). Many parents realize the danger that their kids are in once they get their license, and get freaked out. This is because teens are inexperienced, they easily get distracted, and most do not realize the importance of safe driving, and how unsafe driving can affect their lives. Teenagers have little experience once they get their drivers licenses. This is a major problem, because when you are young you feel invincible. This certainly is not the case. In 2013, 2,163 teens in the United States ages 16–19 were killed, which means that six teenagers died each day (“Get the Facts,” 2013). These crashes were mainly from lack of experience. “The first 500 miles for teenage drivers are the most crucial. During this time, they are 10 times more likely to be in auto crashes than adult drivers” (“Teenage Car Accidents,” 2012). A big concern for driving at night is reduced road visibility. “In 2009, 61 percent of teen crash deaths occurred between 6 P.M, and 6 A.M… this is primarily due to a combination of the visibility challenges caused by dark conditions, and slower response time brought about by fatigue, and a lack of experience driving under such conditions” (Canfield, 2013). Also animals are more active at night, which would lead to an animal...
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...One of the most common occurrences in a person’s everyday life is driving a vehicle but do you ever take a second to think about what harm you can possibly cause. I am sure at one point or another you have been driving and seen another driver and then asked yourself “what is this person doing. “ At the age of 16 Americans are required to take an exam to show they have the knowledge required to operate a vehicle as well as six months of driving with a guardian. Most see this test as satisfactory but with the driving seen on the roads every day I tend to believe otherwise. No matter the age of the driver there are bad skills being demonstrated whether it be the older gentleman going slow in the fast lane or not using the proper turn signal it would be the young kid who just got their license speeding everywhere they go. It is not everyone who has poor driving skills and for the people who drive safely a switch in how we regulate who is allowed behind the wheel could decide how we look at vehicles from now on. What needs to be changed so that safe driving will be a more frequent occurrence is not the way we issue licenses but how the general population is never re-examined on their driving skills after the age of sixteen. Would you be willing to take a re-examination test of your driving skills knowing that you would be saving lives by creating a safer driving environment? A re-examination of all drivers can make the roads safer for everyone. Currently there is only a re-examination...
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...BEST DRIVING SCHOOL, INC. 300 MAIN STREET (Mailing address) SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550 Tel.: 508-764-0444 (www.bestdrivingschoolinc.com) COSTS AND POLICIES Complete Driver Ed. Program (Includes: 30 hrs classroom, 12 hrs. Behind the Wheel, 6 hrs. Observation, 2 hr. Parental Class) .. …………………..….. $ 599.00 Additional Behind the Wheel Lesson …..…………………………………………………………………………………..$ 45.00 Missed lesson charge……………………………………………………………………………………………………. …..$ 50.00 Use of Vehicle and Sponsor for a Road Test at the RMV……………..……………………………………………...….. $ 90.00 On-Site Road Test Fee (Includes Sponsor, 1hr Warm-up, and the registry on-site road test fee)..…..…………….….$110.00 Returned check fee …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..$ 25.00 Schedule2Drive fee (paid directly to Schedule2Drive.com)......……………………………………………………….…..$ 15.00 REGISTRY FEES Drivers’ Ed Certificate…………...……...…………………………………………………………………………………..$ 15.00 Learners Permit Test ………………………………………………………………………..………………………………$ 30.00 License Test Application ……………………………………………………………………….………………………….. $ 35.00 Five Year License ………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………. $ 50.00 Please Note There Are No Refunds NOTICE: ALL fees are subject to change at any time Driving School fees shown are in effect as of 07/01/14 GENERAL INFORMATION ▪ A 24 hr. notice is required for cancellation of a Behind the Wheel lesson or there will be a charge of $50.00 for the missed lesson ▪ Student may need to arrange for a ride...
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...Drivers Drivers Drivers come in many different types, and each has their own characteristics. When driving on the road, one can experience several different kinds of drivers which can be divided into three major categories: bad drivers, good drivers and ugly drivers. Most drivers want to reach their destination as fast as they can. However, not all drivers get there the same way. How they get there depends on which category they fall into. First of all, the bad drivers can be described as the morning mad-honker. These drivers are only experienced in a busy town in the morning. They are characterized by hollering, blowing of the horn, and anger. It is believed that their anger is derived from their procrastination in the morning as they prepare for work. Because they typically run late, they tend to speed and often cut off other drivers in the mornings. They can be observed swerving in and out of lanes in order to get back the time they wasted. In bumper to bumper traffic, they often honk and yell, as if these noises will make the vehicles in front of them move faster. People are not accepting of these kind of drivers because they believe that these bad drivers could cause a possible car accident. Secondly, in contrast to bad drivers are good drivers, who make up the majority of drivers. These drivers can be seen in all places. Because they always obey all the driving laws, they will get to their destination with the least amount of trouble. For example, a good driver is...
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...Argumentative Essay By: Bailey Tollefson Teens Driving There is a tremendous issue in America with teens driving. A big reason why is because car crashes are, “the number one killer of teens in the United States” (“Safe kids Worldwide,” 2014). Many parents realize the danger that their kids are in once they get their license, and get freaked out. This is because teens are inexperienced, they easily get distracted, and most do not realize the importance of safe driving, and how unsafe driving can affect their lives. Teenagers have little experience once they get their drivers licenses. This is a major problem, because when you are young you feel invincible. This certainly is not the case. In 2013, 2,163 teens in the United States ages 16–19 were killed, which means that six teenagers died each day (“Get the Facts,” 2013). These crashes were mainly from lack of experience. “The first 500 miles for teenage drivers are the most crucial. During this time, they are 10 times more likely to be in auto crashes than adult drivers” (“Teenage Car Accidents,” 2012). A big concern for driving at night is reduced road visibility. “In 2009, 61 percent of teen crash deaths occurred between 6 P.M, and 6 A.M… this is primarily due to a combination of the visibility challenges caused by dark conditions, and slower response time brought about by fatigue, and a lack of experience driving under such conditions” (Canfield, 2013). Also animals are more active at night, which would lead to...
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...Driving on the road is dangerous no matter how old you are. Driving is harmful in many different ways and continues to get more and more harmful. Teens may cause most of this harm, but adults are just as much to blame. Studies show that the top five leading causes of death are ran off the road, 30%, speeding too fast, 22%, failure to keep in proper lane, 15%, overcorrection, 15%, and distraction, 11%. These percentages are teenager rates. The leading causes of death on Utah Highway are speeding too fast, 42%, failure to keep in proper lane, 39%, unrestrained occupants, 36%, failure to yield to the right of way, 12%, and distracted or drunk driving, 9%. The leading causes of crashes with teens involved are following too closely, 20%, failure to yield to the right of way, 18%, speeding too fast, 12%, distracted driver, 9%, and failure to keep in proper lane, 9%....
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...IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PUBLICATION The information in this manual is not copyrighted and may be reproduced or translated by the user as needed. Every effort has been made to provide, in this publication, the most current and accurate information as of July 1, 2009. Misprints or outdated information that may appear within these pages will not override or supersede changes that have occurred in the law, promulgated rules and regulations or policy that has been initiated since the printing date. Where You Can Obtain a Copy of this Publication This publication is available at every Driver Service Center location across the state. This publication is also available online at the Tennessee Department of Safety website: tn.gov/safety Written comments/concerns about this publication should be sent to: Tennessee Department of Safety Driver Services Division PO Box 945 Nashville, Tennessee 37202 Service Locations to Obtain or Renew Your License: To provide the best possible service, the Department of Safety has Driver Service Centers located throughout the state, open on different days, with expanded operating hours. We have offices open Monday through Friday, Monday through Thursday, as well Tuesday through Friday; to allow for expanded hours of operation to accommodate our customer’s needs and schedules. To find the nearest location with the service days and operating hours that best fit your needs, go to our website at tn.gov/safety or by calling toll-free 1-866-849-3548....
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...Assignment 1 The Distracted Driving Course By Thermdotcom Based on the continuing efforts to make our technicians the customer facing examples of our company, I am writing to suggest a training course I think will benefit out field staff greatly. The course I am proposing will delve into the distracted driving trend our technicians are faced daily. I have found an organization whose sole purpose is to make corporate driver’s safer. I think it is best if we use an external vendor to supply the training. The organization is NSC or the National Safety Council. I came across one of the instructors last year at a conference, and feel they will be a great asset. A little insight into this organization: “The nation's leading safety advocate for more than 100 years, the National Safety Council is a nonprofit organization with the mission to save lives by preventing injuries and deaths at work, in homes and communities, and on the road through leadership, research, education and advocacy. Working to make the world measurably safer, NSC advances this mission by engaging businesses, government agencies, elected officials and the public to help prevent the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. – unintentional injuries The Council is data driven, relying on research to inform best practice solutions to safety issues. To make the greatest impact, NSC focuses on where the most preventable injuries and deaths occur - cell phone use while driving, teen driving, workplace safety, prescription...
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...occurred in between sixth and seventh period that day. This normally would not be a problem, for an experienced driver capable of blocking out distractions with the necessary focus skills needed that only time and practice can perfect. Yet, with an inattentive 16 year old who recently received their license behind the wheel, the lives of all four teenagers become more at risk with every inch traveled down the pavement by that car. Statistics have shown one of every five 16-year-olds will be in a severe motor vehicle crash within two years of getting their license- and that number is only rising- yet only for drivers 17 years old and younger. At 18, the rate of crashes drastically declines. The radical but now new idea of raising the legal driving age is most assuredly a controversial issue, and is gaining momentum, but if the lives of over 5000 teens lost in the year 2009 to motor vehicle crashes can’t convince America of the desperation in this cause, what will? Sixteen year olds are mentally immature and incapable of handling a motor vehicle. Now, by opening with such a bold statement it is only logical that proven facts, studies, and evidence are necessary to prove such a point. A study done at the National Institute of Mental Health concluded that at the age of 16, the adolescent brain remains undeveloped in vital areas that regulate impulse control and the contemplation of a present action’s future consequences. For driver’s, these qualities are essential to staying alive...
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