I never noticed that sign where I pump gas. I see the turn off engine sign but not turn off cell phone
I think the real reason for them warning to not use your cell phone while pumping gas is that it's a dangerous distraction.
Pumping gas into your vehicle may seem mundane, but in fact there are real hazards if you do the wrong thing, and paying attention to a cell phone is a great way to do the wrong thing with the pump.
No need for such unnecessary sign. Although best to NOT use cell phone near gas dispenser. Just leave it in your pocket while holding the gas dispenser, or go sit in your car if you must make a phone call. The gas will shut off automatically when tank is full.
In 55 years of filling gas in my cars, ONE time I left left the gas nozzle in the car’s gas hole, and drove off in a hurry. The gas dispenser nozzle was stuck in my car. But they had a quick release joint at the end of hose, so not much harm done except spill a bit of gas on floor of gas station. The attendant just smiled, she had seen this many times before, obviously.
No need for such unnecessary sign. Although best to NOT use cell phone near gas dispenser. Just leave it in your pocket while holding the gas dispenser, or go sit in your car if you must make a phone call. The gas will shut off automatically when tank is full.