124 Safety Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divertyour attention from the road. Dial 911 to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your wirelessphone. Use your phone to help others in emergencies. Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless numberwhen necessary.Following Safety GuidelinesTo operate your phone safely and efficiently, always followany special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where useis forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF)signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequatelyshielded electronic equipment.RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronicoperating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Checkwith the manufacturer or their representative to determine if these systemsare adequately shielded from external RF signals. Also check with themanufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such aspacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shieldedfrom external RF signals.Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permissionbefore using the phone near medical equipment.Turning Off Your Phone Before FlyingTurn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possibleinterference with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to useyour phone while the plane is on the ground. To prevent any risk ofinterference,FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while the plane is in the air.
