The point was the "enabling" factor as a point of contention, not the essence of the thought as a whole. It's just a possibility, that's all. If you read my posts, I'm not advocating getting rid of coffee at all.
Furthermore, regarding your statement of checking your mirrors...the Feds have specifically mentioned practices/activities that fit the definition of distracted driving. Eating and drinking is on that list. You, as a driver, are supposed to have both hands in the wheel at all times, unless you are actively engaged in shifting.
And thank you for bringing proof to my thoughts on company policies. You indicated that "drivers are messing with their headsets." Hmmmm. As a Saia driver, the policy was (is) that drivers are not to be using cell phones while the truck is moving. Why would you need these headsets in the first place, if that rule is truly enforced.
The whole point is that if you pick and choose what to enforce and when, you open yourself up to a whole laundry list of issues. Discrimination is very real, and can get very expensive very fast. Drive safe, be safe, and be well! It's 85 in the desert today!!!!