that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” phone and a “compatible” hearing aid at the
same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of
wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to
occur, the FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.
12. Where can I find additional information?
For additional information, please refer to the following resources: FDA web page on wireless phones
(http://www.fda.gov), under “C” in the subject index, select Cell Phones > Current Research Results. Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program (http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/cellular.html) International
Commission on Nonionizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de)
World Health Organization (WHO) International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf)
Health Protection Agency (http://www.hpa.org.uk/)
TEN DRIVER SAFETY TIPS
Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere, anytime. An
important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When
operating a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car,
when permitted by local law, practice good common sense and remember the following tips:
1. When available and permitted by local law, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless
phone accessories are readily available today. Whether you choose an installed mounted device for your
wireless phone or a speaker phone accessory, take advantage of these devices if available to you.
2. Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial. Carefully read your
instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer, including automatic
redial and memory. Also, work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without
taking your attention off the road.
3. Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations. Let the person you are speaking
with know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
Rain, sleet, snow, and ice can be hazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a driver, your first responsibility is to
pay attention to the road.
4. Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can reach it without removing
your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, if possible, let your voicemail
answer it for you.
5. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into
traffic. Try to plan your calls before you begin your trip or attempt to coincide your calls with times you may
be stopped at a stop sign, red light, or otherwise stationary. But if you need to dial while driving, follow this
simple tip - dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue.
