Distracted Driving Policy

The Distracted Driving Policy ensures the safety of drivers, passengers, and other road users by reducing incidents caused by inattentive driving. ICE is committed to fostering a culture of safety and accountability among all drivers on the platform.

This policy applies to all drivers operating on the ICE platform, regardless of vehicle type or location. It outlines acceptable and prohibited behaviors to mitigate risks associated with distracted driving.

Distracted driving refers to any activity that diverts attention from the primary task of driving, including:

• Visual distractions (e.g., looking away from the road).
• Manual distractions (e.g., using hands for non-driving tasks).
• Cognitive distractions (e.g., thinking about non-driving tasks).

• Drivers may:
  • Use the ICE app for navigation and ride management, provided it is mounted and used in hands-free mode.
  • Use hands-free devices for calls or ICE app notifications.
  • Safely pull over to handle non-driving tasks.

Drivers are strictly prohibited from:

1. Mobile Device Use:
   • Texting, typing, or browsing on mobile devices while the vehicle is in motion.
   • Watching videos or streaming media during a ride.
   • Engaging in video calls while driving.

1. Non-Essential Activities:
   • Eating, drinking, or grooming (e.g., applying makeup).
   • Using other apps unrelated to ICE operations (e.g., social media or gaming apps).

1. Passenger-Related Distractions:
   • Engaging in prolonged conversations that divert attention from the road.
   • Allowing unruly passengers to interfere with driving.

• Passengers and other drivers may report suspected distracted driving incidents via the ICE app or support channels.
• Each report will be investigated, and appropriate action will be taken.

Drivers found in violation of this policy may face:

1. First Violation:
   • Written warning and mandatory distracted driving training.

1. Second Violation:
   • Temporary suspension from the ICE platform (up to 7 days).

1. Third Violation:
   • Permanent deactivation of the driver’s account.

• ICE may leverage telematics or app data to identify patterns of distracted driving (e.g., frequent app switching or excessive device usage during rides).

All drivers are required to complete a distracted driving training program during onboarding, which includes:

1. Awareness Modules:
   • Common causes and consequences of distracted driving.

1. Safe Practices:
   • Techniques for maintaining focus on the road.
   • Effective use of hands-free tools and navigation aids.

All drivers must acknowledge and comply with this policy. By signing, the driver agrees to adhere to ICE’s distracted driving standards and accept the consequences of violations.

This policy will be reviewed annually to incorporate updates in technology, legal requirements, and operational best practices.