Road Safety Tips for the Festive Season

Road safety tips for the festive season

Make sure and get your FREE safety check at Towbars Cape before you head off on your holiday We would also like to share the following suggestions to keep you safe on the roads of South Africa.     1 Obey the rules of the road and carry you drivers license with you.    2 Plan the route to your holiday destination and give your self enough time to reach the destination   3 Make sure that your vehicle is in a roadworthy condition before departure. All lights and indicators, windscreen wipers, brakes, steering, exhaust system and tyres should be carefully examined for faults.   4 Do not overload.   5 Try to avoid driving after dark if possible.   6 Have a good rest before you embark on your journey   7 Take safety breaks every 2 hours or 200km    8 Do not drink and drive   9 Try to recognize potentially dangerous drivers on and pedestrians alongside the road and keep well clear of them   10 Be visible – drive with your lights on   11 Headlights should be dipped well before an approaching vehicle is within range of the main beam.   12 Always wear your seat belt and see that everyone in the car is wearing theirs.   13 Drive defensively   14 Stay within the speed limit at all times   15 Only overtake when it is absolutely safe to do so   16 Maintain at least a 2 second following distance - this distance should be increased at night, in foggy or rainy conditions and when the road is wet.   17 Expect others not to be as obedient to the law as yourself    18 Be courteous towards fellow road users - keep your temper and resist the temptation to retaliate   Share these suggestions with your family and friends – And may you and your family have a happy and safe festive season!! [Advice from www.arrivealive.co.za]   What do I do in an Emergency?   • Know the Emergency numbers   Police: 10111 Ambulance: 10177  Emergency: 112 ER24: 084 124 Netcare: 082 911