SAFE DRIVE.....SAFE LIFE..............

Driving

STOP THE VIOLENCE......

It’s YOur responsibility:

•Whether you’re a driver or passenger, you 

are responsible for your own personal safety.This means:

–ensuring vehicles are roadworthy.................

–using seat belts and other safety............. 

equipment properly...................

–making sure the driver is fit to drive..............

–driving with care and attention..................

–helping the driver wherever you can............

>There are 9 deaths everyday on UK roads

1 in 2 drivers on company business are involved in a collision every year......

>Safety is not just about drivers – passengers 

are responsible too..........

>Know the risks and stay safe........

Why are you telling me this???

Safety is our No.1 priority

Network Rail is committed to the welfare of those who drive to work and those who drive as part of their job

Network Rail has developed a driver coaching scheme

 individual driver assessments

 training

 online learning

@Make sure you’re switched on the

minute you get into the vehicle

@Get enough sleep if you’re

driving the next day

@Don’t miss breakfast

Stay focused

  @Remember, it’s not just your 

   welfare that you’re responsible for

  @Be prepared for all types of weather

Use the safety equipment:

•Many neck injuries can be avoided if drivers and passengers adjust their head restraints properly...........

•Wear your seat belt, front and back.......

•Ensure all passengers are belted-up too.......

•It’s the drivers responsibility to make sure 

they follow the rules .......

Limit are limits not target!!!!!!!!!

Speed limits by country

The limit is a limit, not a target

30 mph in a 30 zone may be 

too fast!

Manage your speed according to the weather and road conditions. Stay within the speed limits

Keep your speed down around schools and residential areas

In rural areas, match your 

speed to the road conditions

If you love it.......
Then lock it.....

##Park right##

@Everyone in the vehicle is responsible for its safety, including passengers..........

@Reverse park as it is safer

always guide the driver back from outside 

the vehicle......

@This simple act will reduce the likelihood of an accident.....

@Slow down at access points......

@Be sensible about where you park the vehicle.........

@Make sure it’s safe and secure at all times.......

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Now 

Driving 

Hazards>>>

The Defensive Driver-}

•Prepares before getting behind the wheel........

•Ensures all passengers use safety belts.......

•Obeys speed limits......

•Considers weather conditions.......

Steps to Safer Driving-}

•Plan your trip........

•Know your vehicle.....

•Keep gas tank at least ½ full.......

•Maintain control........

•Remember defensive driving techniques.......

Driving Conditions

•Severe Weather

–Know if flash floods are a potential

–Listen to weather forecasts

–NEVER, NEVER drive through running water

–Water only 1 ft deep can carry your car away

–Tornado potential

–Time change causes drivers to leave work after dark,,,,,,,,,,,,

–Work zone areas still in effect until dusk,,,,,,,,,,,

    •Fog

–Fog and smoke from burning debris can cause limited visibility,,,,,,,,

Disaster Driving Tips to Live By--

•Slow Down

•Wear Seat Belts

•Expect Delays

•Avoid distractions

•Increase the distance between your car and others due to increased hazards of the road

–Debris, work zones, stop light damage, stress levels....

Driving Safety

Unsafe acts behind the wheel

“Road rage”

Road rage is driving under the influence of too much anger.  

Provoked by:

Feeling endangered by someone else’s driving (another driver cuts you off or tailgates you).

Resentment at being forced to slow down

Righteous indignation at someone who breaks traffic rules

Anger at someone taking out their road rage on you

Therapy for road rage: 

Take a deep breath and just let it go!    

Unsafe conditions

Vehicle safety features:

Daytime running lights

(Headlights that are on whenever vehicle is running)

Lap/shoulder safety belts 

Reduce risk of moderate-to-fatal injuries by approximately 50%.

Air bags for driver & passenger

Combined with lap/shoulder belts, they reduce risk of fatality by another 10%.

Side impact airbags

Ability to disengage airbags

Child safety seats

Note:  Children in child seats should not be placed in the front seat of cars

Anti-lock brakes

Safety cages built into the vehicle framework

If buying a new car, ask about side-impact collision data.

Other?

::Tour d'horizon::

•Your safety is your responsibility

•Drive cautiously and carefully

•Be aware of your surroundings

•Be patient with disaster area

•Watch out for hazards

THANK YOU