The National Safety Council is praising Exxon Mobil Corporation for enacting a ban on cell phone use by ExxonMobil employees and contractors while driving on company business.

ExxonMobil implemented the new policy after a review of studies on cell-phone use.

"This action by ExxonMobil concurs with the policy of the National Safety Council that states that best practice is to not use a cell phone while driving" says Alan C. McMillan, president of the NSC. "The council's policy also recommends that employers assess whether to allow employees to use cell phones and other devices while driving, and if so, what sensible restrictions should be followed."