Road safety tips

Traffic foundation

• Loosing attention - 'zoning out'
  Stay relaxed but totally focused.
  Concentrate on your journey, not your pending issues.
• Driving while drowsy
  Take breaks frequently or as required.
  Make sure to get adequate rest before long trips.
• Getting d is traced inside car (cell phone, radio, passengers)
  Avoid using cell phone while driving
  Plan and study your trip prior to commencing
• Failing to adjust to adverse weather conditions
  Slow down in rain
  Allow for longer stopping distances Adjust for poor visibility
• Driving aggressively (tailgating, jumping red lights, and stop signs, etc.)
  Allow yourself ample time to make the trip.
  Remain calm and drive safely.
• Anticipate a bout other drivers intentions
  Drive defensively
  Allow cushion for the unexpected
  Make your intentions clear use turn signals etc.
  Obey the traffic signs
  Remember the speed limit is the legal limit in ideal conditions, allow for deviations.
• Changing lanes without checking blind spots
  Signal, check mirrors, then use quick glance
  Make lane changes gradually
• Driving while upset
  Avoid this, as it is comparable to driving intoxicated.
• Ignoring essential auto maintenance (brake lights, bald tyres, etc.)
  Do weekly maintenance checks
  Replace brake pads every 15000 kms.
  Replace worn out tyres
   

 

Road Safety Tips for Pedestrian

Though Pedestrian is the most important constituent of traffic. he belongs to the high risk group on road. In order to remain safe pedestrians should cultivate the habit of using road infrastructure in proper manner. Subways, Zebra Crossings, foot over bridges should be used to cross the road. Short cuts and easy options of crossing roads can be dangerous and should not be resorted to.

 
Simple actions on road will keep you safe:

• Walk with care.
• Look towards oncoming traffic.
• Never assume that driver has seen you when you are about to cross the road, it is your responsibility to save yourself.
• Avoid crossing road where drivers may not be able to see you.
• Wait for suitable gap in the traffic flow before crossing the road.
• Never jump over the divider railings. You may tumble on to the traffic.
• Always hold hands of children while crossing the road.
• Avoid using roads for morning walks and jogging.
• Take extra care if you have to cross the road on or near a crest or curve.
• Avoid crossing road between parked cars.
• Crossing road by the shortest and most direct route reduces your time on road.