What should flight attendants avoid doing while the aircraft is taxiing?

While the aircraft is taxiing, flight attendants should avoid using personal electronic devices. This is critical because the safety and attention of flight attendants must be fully focused on their environment during this operational phase of flight. Using personal devices can create distractions, leading to a potential oversight of safety protocols or passenger needs.

During taxiing, flight attendants are expected to be vigilant, ensuring that all passengers are seated with their seatbelts fastened, and monitoring any safety hazards that may arise. This phase is also when the crew may need to respond quickly to any emergencies or instructions from the flight deck. Therefore, maintaining an attentive and operationally ready state is essential, making the prohibition of personal electronic device use a necessary safety measure.

Other actions, such as communicating with passengers, assisting with luggage, or performing safety demonstrations, may still occur, provided they adhere to safety protocols and do not distract from the flight attendants' primary responsibility of ensuring passenger safety during taxiing.