The Australian Road Rules form the basis of State and Territory rules of the road for motorists, motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians, passengers and others. They are ‘model laws’ that were initially created in 1999 under an agreement under
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AMTA promotes safe and responsible use of mobile phones and technology. We advise drivers to keep their eyes on the road, drive to the conditions and obey the law when it comes to mobiles. And we advise consumers to carefully consider the scientific evidence and views of experts, including Australian regulatory agencies when it comes to the safety standards around mobile phones and networks, including 5G networks.
Australians love driving and we also love our mobile phones but it's really important to know the rules about mobiles and safe driving so we all get to our destinations safely.AMTA's top safe driving tips are:Never Text – it’s very
Read moreWhat about using mobiles for maps and music? The Australian Road Rules do enable drivers, in some circumstances, to use mobile phones as navigational aids.However, the Australian road rules are model laws only. It is still up to each State or
Read moreThe electromagnetic frequencies used for 5G are part of the radio frequency spectrum which has been extensively researched in terms of health impacts for decades.5G operates at a higher frequency than previous 4G networks so it can carry more
Read moreComprehensive international guidelines exist governing exposure to radio waves including the frequencies proposed for 5G. The limits have been established by independent scientific organisations, such as the International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Read moreMobile devices work by sending and receiving low power radio signals, directly to a mobile base station. The radio signal generated by mobile phone base station antennas is often referred to as radiofrequency Electromagnetic Energy (EME).Like many
Read moreMobile telecommunications use low-powered radio waves, (also known as radiofrequency or RF energy), to send and receive calls, texts, emails, pictures, web, TV and downloads.A radio signal is sent from the handset to the nearest base station
Read moreThe Australian safety standard for electromagnetic emissions (EME) is set by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) and regulated by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).These requirements are
Read moreMobile phone users will see that products are advertised that claim to “shield” or “reduce” radiation from handsets and enhance the safety of users from electromagnetic emissions (EME).The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association
Read moreMobile phones and base stations (towers) are designed, built and tested to comply with strict science-based standards, which have large safety margins to offer protection to all users, including children.The Radio National Frequency National
Read moreHere are some top tips to help you stay safe and healthy while using your mobile:Use handsfree while driving and keep your eyes on the road. NEVER text while driving because it is illegal and very dangerous. If you have safety
Read moreThe MCF has a specialised Taskforce which specifically deals with how carriers can meet the regulatory requirements set by the Federal Government in relation to exposure to electromagnetic energy (EME) from base stations and consultation with the
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