5) Mobile Phone and Distracted Driving Policy
Purpose
To prevent collisions and comply with NSW road rules.
Policy
- While driving, you must not hold a phone in your hand or have it resting on your body. NSW Government
- If a phone is used for navigation, it must be in a proper, fixed mount and you must not use it for texting, social media, video, photography, or internet use while driving. NSW Government
- Use hands-free only when essential, keep calls brief, and avoid complex conversations.
Special note (Learner and P-plate drivers)
If a driver is on an L or P licence, NSW restrictions are stricter, and phone use can be prohibited even via hands-free. Transport for NSW
Reporting
Any distracted driving incident or near miss must be reported as a safety incident.