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The use of hand held mobile phones by drivers
D Bedford1, A O'Farrell, J Downey
1Department of Public Health, Health Service Executive North East Area, Railway St, Navan Co Meath.
Abstract:
The use of mobile phones by drivers has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of motor vehicle crashes. The aim of this study was to identify the use of hand held mobiles phones by drivers in Ireland. Their use was investigated by a direct observation survey of drivers. The study showed that 3.6% of drivers were using hand held mobile phones while driving. This rate is high compared to other studies. Van drivers were three times more likely than other drivers to use a mobile phone whilst driving. Legislation needs to be introduced to ban their use and thereby reduce the risk of crashes.
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