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We all know that the use of mobile phones are not permitted by car drivers but is anyone aware of legislation or best practice regarding mobile DSE devices?
Can DSE users sit in their cars and input data onto their device with the engine off and the keys out of the ignition? Would they have to sit in the passenger seat of the vehicle?
The question was raised recently in a feedback session for a mobile device trial where an employee was sat in his vehicle with the engine running to keep him warm. A colleague pointed out to him that he was technically still in control of the vehicle and could well end up with points on his driving licence!
I'd be interested to hear of any legislation surrounding the issue and also of information on policy or best practice from any forum members.
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We recently had a discussion about common sense and the concensus was there is no such thing, as I remember.
That seems to be the case here?
Although a tablet, and laptop are not mobile phones there really is not much difference otherwise. Calls can be taken and made on both, skype, Face time etc. so "common sense" should provide the right answer.
As far as the law is concerned there may not be an offence against but I wouldn't take the chance personally.
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The law is about riding a motorcycle or driving using hand-held phones or similar devices. https://www.gov.uk/using...nes-when-driving-the-lawIt is fairly clear that this extends to "similar devices". I suppose technically, it will be down to the interpretation of when one is driving/riding! On a personal note, I was once stuck on a traffic jam in London and had temporarily removed my seat belt-it was on old car and was to join from a minor road to a single lane- both sides congested traffic, and stationary and was spotted by motorcycle policeman, and was informed to put my set belt back on, irrespective of the stationary situation of my car! I doubt you will find such specifics/prescriptive aspects. To be on the safe side, unless you are parked in a legal parking zone, best not to. On the other hand, one may have to use thier mobile phones for summoning emergency services, including recovery services.
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It is about having control of the vehicle and due care and attention.
The simple solution is to switch the engine off and you can do what you want pretty much!
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