No CB talking permitted

I think that I would be looking for another company. Because CB's and Amateur radio use is not illegal. But cell phone use can be.

 

I agree, I would be looking for another company to work for. Ones who aren't so (Anal)

 

Because the leading cause of RTA's is inattention, I suspect the company insurance company has offered a good discount if they introduce the no use of communications devices. Although using a CB can create problems I also suspect they are thinking about text messaging which is at the top of Inattention.

 

I agree....look for another company. Using a CB is NOT the same as texting while driving or talking on a cell up to your ear while driving.

Apparently your company also fails to realize how many MILLIONS of CB's were in use mobil-wise in the 1970's....oh but how many accidents did we have as an end result?

 

I agree, time to look for a new company. That is just wrong of them to do that. Cell phone use with a blue tooth is no different than talking on the CB or even talking to a passenger. Some people may argue that point, but there are some people who can't walk and think at the same time.

 

I'm also sure it's about insurance risk. There is (was ) a carrier whom enjoyed a large discount for painting the hoods and roof neon pink with a contrasting uuugly green lower half. Wasn't no doubt...Ray Charles could see the trucks.

JMO

 

You are probably right. That's the disgusting thing about it.

 

I neither agreed or disagreed, the facts are inattention is the leading cause of RTA's. It is easier to ban all devices, than to try and single out one device and one of its many usages.


The other top causes of RTA's are in order,

2. Speeding

3. Fatigue.

4. Not enough space between vehicles.

5. DUI, from Alcohol and or Drugs including marijuana.


So how many of you who think its a ridiculous ruling? Continue to Speed, Follow to close and are constantly tired? And no doubt some over .04 even the morning after??

Add to those texting, changing channels or adjusting the squelch or even dialing a phone number and the odds are against you.
Personally, I can understand a company initiating this rule if it reduces Insurance costs. I can also see in the not too distant future other companies doing the same.


PS; A Bluetooth affects hearing! Weren't you checked for hearing on your DOT physicals?

 

I'd be looking for another job quick can only imagine the other rules they have!