RAC Driving Centre

Driver safety tipsFor over 100 years we have been leading the way for road safety for the people of WA. We believe in safe driving practices to ensure you and the wider WA community is kept safe while on our roads, so here are some helpful tip for you to consider.

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� Planned my trip

� Checked for petrol stations along the way

� Have enough cash for emergencies

� Have packed a bag of essentials that can be grabbed in an emergency

� Told people I am going and when I will be back and left my phone number

� Packed phone battery charger

� Checked my drivers’ licence is current

3 Vehicle serviced with the last 6-12 months

3 All fuelled up

3 Oil checked

3 Radiator filled

3 Wind screen wipers/washers all working

3 All exterior lights are working

3 Tyres and spare pumped up

3 Wheel change equipment packed

3 Torch and batteries working

3 Spare water

3 First aid kit restocked

3 Good night sleep beforehand

3 Have a light nutritious breakfast

3 Fresh air

3 Leave relaxed

3 Keep hydrated

3 Share the drive if you can

3 Be aware of animals by day or night

3 Look out for other drivers

3 Headlights on at all times

3 Watch the speed limits

3 Beware of tunnel vision

3 Pull over to watch the sunrise/set instead of driving into it

Q How far is my trip?

Q How many stops should I take?

Q How long will it take?

Q What route will I take?

Q When am I stopping for breaks?

Q What am I taking to eat and drink?

Q When am I going to ring in to let someone know I am safe?

Q How do I stay alert?

Q What are the road surfaces on the way?

Q What’s the weather going to be like?

3 Don’t rush, if I’m late don’t try to make up time – ring ahead

3 Avoid using my phone whilst driving

To do list

How’s my vehicle?

Staying alert

My drive

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