Employees

When you receive your mobile phone/device ensure:

• you are familiar enough with the operation of the phone to enable you to use it quickly in an emergency situation. (This is especially important if you are a lone worker or in a position where you may need to call for assistance).
• you make yourself familiar with voice mail/message facility and set up any special numbers in the memory.

When driving for work:

• ensure you comply with and understand the County Council’s policy on using mobile phones/devices whilst driving;
• switch off your mobile phone/device whilst driving or if it needs to remain switched on for business reasons let the phone/device go to voicemail or allow a passenger to use the phone;
• stop in a safe place if you need to check messages or return a call.  The vehicle engine must be switched off as under existing law you may be regarded as driving if the vehicle engine is running, even if stationary. 
• ensure that on long journeys, your journey plans include time and places to stop for rest and refreshment, and to check messages and return calls;
• co-operate with monitoring, reporting, and investigation procedures;