DRIVE SAFELY

know and follow the Road Safety Rules

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To protect the drivers & workforce from hazards that are associated with driving. Improve the awareness about the causes of accident and better prepared to avoid them.

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Aim of this Session THE OVERALL AIM OF THIS SESSION IS TO MINIMISE DEATH, INJURY AND DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS.

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Causes of Death

Above Figure shows, traffic crashes as a cause of all deaths spike in 15-24 age group, and then quickly drop off among older population groups. Worldwide, in 2010, traffic crashes were the second greatest single cause of death for persons aged 15-29, and the greatest for men in the same age group.
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STATISTICS
 Since the first motor vehicle drove out onto the road, over 40,000,000 people have died world wide 40,000, in road traffic accidents. accidents.  World wide each year nearly one million people are killed, and between 15 20 million are injured in road accidents  637 died and 6,636 persons injured last year in Oman, one of the main cause was speeding. speeding.

Main Causes of Accidents: Speeding, negligence, drinking, overtaking, weather, sudden stop, Not leaving safe distance, bad behavior, vehicle condition, road condition, use of GSM.
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Good Reasons for Safe Driving.

You will You will You will You will You will You will You will You will You will not hurt yourself. not hurt others. see your family again. arrive in time. not cause suffering. reduce your stress levels. not got to jail. save asset damage. maintain reputation.

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COMMON DRIVING ERRORS.

Improper speed Passing improperly Failure to give way Disregarding traffic signals Ignoring stop signs Turning improperly Following too closely Using GSM whilst driving Not using indicators

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Main Driving Hazards

Speed Dust Crossing Animal Other Road User Mechanical Failure Road Condition Excess Load Improper Load Weather Conditions Fatigue
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DRIVERS EXCUSES
Suddenly the vehicle in front stopped. Everyone else was speeding. I Slammed the brakes on but I couldn t stop in time. I didn t see the traffic sign. The traffic light turned yellow when I was going through the junction. Suddenly a car pulled out from nowhere. The road was slippery. Suddenly the cow/donkey/camel appeared in front of me.
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DRIVING CONDITION IN OMAN

Light: Too much light, Too little light, impaired visibility, high beams from oncoming vehicles, high beams from vehicles behind. Road: Narrow roads, road construction, potholes, graded roads, hilly roads, winding roads, wadi crossing. Animals: Goats, donkeys, camels, cows.
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DRIVING CONDITION IN OMAN

Solution:  Stay Alert  Good Observation  Anticipation  Slow down where animals are expected  Be prepared to stop or take action

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Interior Driving
Night Driving Speed Limit Dust code Park off the road, ensure no obstruction to others. Night time keep the hazard lights on. Do not leave the vehicle. Stop any passing vehicle to pass the message. Do not panic stay calm.
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Apply 4 R s:
1 READ

The road and traffic as far ahead as possible.

2 Drive at the RIGHT side of your lane.

3 REDUCE your speed when you see

oncoming cars that could pull onto your side of the road.
4 RIDE-OFF The road onto the shoulder or

into the desert if needed. You MUST avoid a head-on collision.

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Why do Rollovers happen?: happen?:

Driver speeding Driver not concentrating Driver tired Driver poor vision: night or dust Driver wrong reaction: S-pattern Sand braking Tyre blow-out (not often) blow-

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How can you prevent Rollovers?

Speed? Concentration? Tired? Night? Night? Dust? Wrong reaction? Slow down! Concentrate! STOP, rest, have a nap! Do NOT drive at night! night! Do NOT go into a dust-cloud! dustTrain yourself mentally: NOT to brake! NOT to over-steer! overCheck pressure regularly! Check condition regularly! Replace poor tires!

Tyre blowouts?

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DUST CODE
When you are behind a vehicle that makes a dust cloud: Never drive into the dust cloud: stay back!! Stay at least 4 second behind the dust cloud. Never overtake in a dust cloud.

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These can bring Accident

Driving long distances without breaks. Driving night, early afternoon or when body wants sleep. Driving alone, driving on long, boring road Travelling frequently, working shifts. Taking medicine, alcohol, drugs. Drivers with bad sleep habits. Poor diet, dehydration, sickness.
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Get Rest when you feel these

Drift from your lane. Can not concentrate. Keep yawning. Can not remember the last few miles. Can not control your eyes. Miss traffic signs or tailgate accidentally. Have trouble keeping your head up. You mumble or mix up your words. During the use of GSM
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PREVENT FATIGUE
Plan your journey in advance Arrange pre-departure meeting with your team. Arrive before dark. Have at lease 8 hours sleep. Have your radio/cassettes on. Have break during the journey. If possible use 2 drivers for long journey. STOP and REST if you feel tired.
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Human Behaviour
Over 90% of road accidents are due to poor driver behaviour. Three things influences human behviour they are: 1. Individual Factors: Attitudes, motivation, knowledge. 2. Organizational Factors: Competence control, communication, co-operation. 3. Job Factors: Procedures, the work environment, decision making.
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Negative Attitude
Not planning for a journey. Not thinking of their fitness for a journey. Not following road safety rules. Not thinking others on the road. Not giving way to anyone. Not thinking about the consequences. They think accidents won t happen to them. Not using Seat belt They think rules don t apply to them. They want to finish the job quickly.
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The Rules for the Driver

The driver must:
Check that all wear their seatbelt Have valid Driving License NO alcohol, drugs or medicine NEVER use a GSM (NOT even hands-off GSM) handsBe rested: max driving hours LV: 2hrs/15min rest Max in 12 hr shift: 10 hrs driving HGV: 4hrs/1hr rest Max in 12 hr shift: 10 hrs driving Be certified medically fit.

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The Rules for the Driver

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The Rules for Driving

Follow traffic rules All to wear seatbelts SPEED: Comply with max Speed limits as indicated. Safe Journey Management (SJM) for trips. Comply with Night Driving Rules Follow the dust code No loose passengers in cargo area No cargo in passenger area

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The Rules for Passenger

DO wear your seatbelt DO NOT distract the driver DO STOP the driver if he takes risk or violates rules DO help the driver: point out a hazard 4

eyes are

better than 2.

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PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Complete a 360 degree walk around vehicle check up before starting journey and ensure weather condition. Toolbox talks/Training, service and Maintenance Fasten load properly, aware other road users. Keep checking the speedometer. Do not cross flowing wadi. Do pull off the road when you see convey and wait until it has passed. Take a short break. To be trained on desert driving. Remove key from ignition when leaving the vehicle. Driving Safety 11-1-2012 26

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Personal should not be resting under vehicle. Check vehicles for proper operation and not drive if there is reason to believe the vehicle is not safe. Ask yourself Do I really need to over take ? Assessment of drivers quarterly or half yearly. The possession, transportation or sale of illegal drugs, or unauthorized alcoholic beverages or firearms is prohibited. Drive defensively, safely, courteously and responsibly.
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Driver s Responsibilities
Ensure your own safety and that of others. Comply with Government, Company and client Road Safety rules & regulations. Know the hazards and use preventive/control measures. Use correct PPE, tools and Equipment. Conduct vehicle check before starting. Report Journey/Transport Manager. Keep the vehicle always clean. Attend Meeting.
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Driver s Commitment
As a driver, I shall always Obey the traffic rules and regulations. Drive within the speed-limit. Ensure myself and my passengers wear seat belts. Drive with due consideration for other road users. Drive safely and defensively to avoid accidents due to mistakes of other road users
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Drive Safely Every Day All the Way

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THANK YOU
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BE LATE THAN NEVER

THANK YOU
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