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BLR’s Safety Training Presentations

Defensive Driving


Defensive Driving

Recognize hazards

Know how to react to avoid accidents

Fatality every 12 minutes

41,000 deaths each year

91,000 lost workday injuries each year


Goals

Driving Hazards Defensive Driving Techniques Quiz


Driving Hazards

Reckless driving Bad weather conditions Poor lighting or

glaring sunlight Heavy traffic Distracted drivers Poor vehicle operating condition Driver’s physical condition


Reckless Driving

Speeding Tailgating Illegal passing Ignoring traffic

signs and signals Weaving

through traffic


Bad Weather Conditions

Snow and ice

Rain

Fog

Severe winds


Lighting Conditions

Driving at night

Unlit roads

Sunset and sunrise

Glaring sunlight


Distracted Drivers

Cellular phones Angry or

impatient driver Eating and drinking Applying make-up Writing or reading Conversation with

passengers


Vehicle Maintenance

Regular tune-ups Oil changes Antifreeze levels Brakes Battery Tire changes


Driving Impairments

Alcohol Illegal drugs Prescription

medication Over-the-counter

cold remedies Lack of sleep


Impaired Drivers

Slower reactions

Blurred vision

Impaired judgment

Reduced ability to gauge distance


Goals



Look Ahead

Expect the unexpected Watch for brake

or turn signals Use the “two-

second” rule Watch the road


Look Behind

Watch out for tailgaters

Avoid sudden stops

Use turn signals and brakes in advance

Check mirrors constantly


Avoid Road Rage

Aggressive and distracted behavior

Steer clear of aggressive drivers

Be a courteous driver Focus on the road

instead of on other drivers


Driving in the Rain

Slow down Avoid puddles

of water Avoid hydroplaning Turn on lights Use windshield

wipers and defroster


Driving in the Snow

Clear snow off the car Use snow tires and chains Keep emergency supplies in the car Slow down Prepare for stops and turns Double normal distance between

you and the car in front of you Watch for ice—bridges, shaded spots


Stranded in the Snow

Do not leave your car Attract attention Wrap up in blankets Run engine

10 minutes per hour Keep one window

open slightly


Vehicle Inspection

Horn Lights and turn signals Windshield wipers and wash fluid Clean windows, mirrors, and lights Brakes Tire tread and air pressure Leaks under car


Seatbelts Save Lives

Estimated 112,086 lives saved since 1975 Prevent crashing into dashboard Keep you inside car Strong bones take shock

instead of delicate organs Better chance of remaining conscious Keep you behind wheel if you swerve

or brake suddenly


Driving While Intoxicated

Drunk drivers killed 16,000 people in 1998

Drunk drivers caused 1/3 of all traffic crashes

Volunteer to be a designated driver

Do not let friends drive drunk

Watch for signs of impaired drivers


Driver Fatigue

Get some sleep Avoid driving alone Avoid long drives

in the dark Take frequent breaks Adjust your vehicle’s

environment Take a nap


Emergency Supplies

Tire jack Flares Flashlight First-aid kit Jumper cables Tool kit Spare tire


Vehicle Crash

Move to the side of the road and turn off ignition

Do a first-aid check Call police and medical services Collect names, insurance, drivers’

license numbers Draw picture of accident scene Do not point blame or discuss fault Get a copy of the police report


Goals



Summary

Avoid driving distractions Stay alert and well rested Inspect and maintain the vehicle Never drive when impaired Slow down in bad weather Wear your seatbelt


Quiz

1. Use the “two-second” rule when following another vehicle. True or False

2. Describe one way to avoid road rage.

3. Describe a common driving distraction.

4. Name two things that a driver can do to fight fatigue.

5. Wearing a seatbelt increases your chance of being conscious after a crash. True or False


Quiz (cont.)

6. Name two signs of an impaired driver.

7. What can you do to improve your own car’s visibility when it rains?

8. Where are icy spots more likely to be?

9. How can you avoid being rear-ended?

10. Name at least two things to inspect before driving a vehicle.


Quiz Answers

1. True

2. Be a courteous driver, stay calm, leave for your destination on time, have patience

3. Using cellular phones, eating, drinking, applying make-up

4. Nap, exercise, eat, change environment, drive with someone else

5. True


Quiz Answers (cont.)

6. Swerving, abnormal speeds, driving through stop signs or signals

7. Turn on your car’s lights

8. Bridges or shaded areas

9. Use brakes and turn-signals well in advance

10. Horn, lights, brakes, tire pressure, oil leaks

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