Cell Phones in the Workplace: A Dangerous Distraction is a 15-minute online course that addresses the safety hazards created by cell phone use in work environments, including distracted walking, equipment operation, and driving. It is designed for employees and supervisors across all industries where cell phone distraction creates safety risks, and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
The National Safety Council reports that cell phone-related distraction contributes to a significant share of workplace injuries each year, and distracted driving alone causes approximately 3,500 fatalities and over 350,000 injuries annually in the United States. OSHA has addressed cell phone distraction as a contributing factor in workplace incidents, particularly in construction, manufacturing, and transportation environments. Under the General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), employers have an obligation to address recognized hazards in the workplace, and distracted employees operating forklifts, heavy machinery, or vehicles represent a clear and preventable risk.
This course educates your employees on the real safety risks that cell phone use creates in the workplace, from distracted walking near loading docks and machinery to texting while operating equipment or driving company vehicles. Your team will learn why the human brain cannot truly multitask, how even brief distractions lead to serious incidents, and what your organization's cell phone policy means for daily operations. The training uses real-world scenarios to help employees recognize when phone use crosses the line from convenience to hazard.
While no specific OSHA standard prohibits cell phone use in the workplace, OSHA has addressed cell phone distraction as a contributing factor in workplace incident investigations and has issued guidance on distracted driving for employers with mobile workforces. The OSHA General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)) requires employers to address recognized hazards, and permitting cell phone use in areas with moving equipment, heavy machinery, or vehicular traffic can constitute a recognized hazard if not managed through policy and training. OSHA has specifically partnered with the National Safety Council on distracted driving awareness campaigns and recommends that employers implement comprehensive cell phone policies covering both on-site and behind-the-wheel use. Employers who fail to address known distraction hazards may face General Duty Clause citations up to $16,550 for serious violations. Multiple states have enacted laws banning handheld cell phone use while driving, adding regulatory compliance requirements for employers with driving employees.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English and Spanish at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.