Toolbox Talks
Safe Driving Tips
Make sure that your car is serviced regularly, as per the manufacturers’ specifications and more-so, when the vehicle out of warranty. When talking to your mechanic, ask him to look at things like the battery, anti-freeze/coolant, the radiator, damaged hoses, wiper blades, heater/defroster, all electrical components, all lights or any another problem that could result […]
READ MOREThe Five Most Lethal Road Traffic Offences in South Africa
South Africa loses an average of 18000 people to road crashes annually. That brings to about 45 people who are killed needlessly and senselessly on our roads daily, due to recklessness, negligence and corruption. These are the five most lethal causes of road deaths in South Africa: Speeds too high for circumstances are the number […]
READ MOREIntersections are Deadly
Fields Hill, Pinetown, Kwazulu Natal, September 2013 was the scene of one the most disastrous crashes in the country when 22 people died in a horrific incident, at an intersection, involving a runaway truck and five other vehicles, four of which were minibus taxis. Any reputable advanced, driver training institution would tell you that the […]
READ MORENine Tips to Safe Fuel
Fuel prices have seen many increases in the last few months and with the economy so sluggish, interest rates high and VAT now at 15%, all indications are that inflation will continue on its upward spiral meaning all South Africans, rich and poor, are going to feel the pinch. Follow these nine tips and you […]
READ MOREDanger at Railway Crossings
Our bad driving behaviour extends to all road types and environments. So when we encounter a railway crossing, especially if it’s one that we cross often, we tend to become complacent, thinking that we can foolishly outrun the on-coming behemoth. Sometimes, we’re so preoccupied in our thoughts, or with our mobile device, that we are […]
READ MOREOvertaking can be lethal!
In advanced, defensive driving we implement the “LSW Rule for Overtaking” which stands for “Legal”, “Safe” and “Worthwhile”. It works as follows: When planning to overtake a slow-moving vehicle, ensure that you leave sufficient gap between your vehicle and the one that you are following, so that you can easily view on-coming vehicles on the […]
READ MORE8 Tips on Parking Safely
With the high incidences of vehicle theft and theft from vehicles, not to mention hijacking and now even kidnapping, your safety and that of your passengers is critical and choosing to park in a safe area is paramount. Sometimes common sense is not very common! Here are few things to consider when parking: Always park […]
READ MOREChildren and Road Safety
The topic of road safety and children is always an emotive one. Nothing tugs at the heart strings quite like watching a precious, young, innocent child bleeding as a result of a car accident or worse still, lying lifeless on the ground. For the sake of our loved ones, let us be responsible. We need […]
READ MORETips on Becoming a Safer Driver
Thousands of car accidents take place on our roads every year, of which many prove fatal. Human factors are the biggest contributor to road crashes and fatalities. Here are some pointers to making your driving safer: Focus. Be aware of your surroundings and of other vehicles. Distractions make it harder for you to identify possibly […]
READ MOREWhat is Advanced, Defensive Driving?
Professional, advanced, defensive driving does not require any special degree of specialized training. However, given our country’s high annual crash fatality rate means that road users need to be extra vigilant when dealing with driver competency, compliance and responsibility. Only by displaying a positive mental attitude to driving will the roads become safer for all. […]
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