Which statement about cellular phones and yard work is correct?

• A. Leave your cell phone in your locker or personal vehicle for your shift
• B. Keep it in your pocket at all times
• C. Use it for work calls on the track
• D. There is no rule

Answer: (A)

Managing personal devices is about staying safe and keeping focus during yard tasks. Leaving your cell phone in your locker or personal vehicle for your shift minimizes distractions, reduces the risk of snagging or dropping the phone on equipment, and ensures you’re ready to respond to signals and radios without delay. If you need to communicate for work, use the approved radio or other designated channels rather than a personal phone on the track. Using a phone on the track or keeping it in your pocket all the time still introduces distraction and isn’t aligned with yard safety rules. There is a rule governing personal devices in the work area, so storing the phone away during the shift is the best practice.