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Doc Stop - Medical care on the way
Type: Good practice
A medical care system for any driver in need of medical assistance while underway. The DOCSTOP hotline is available 24/7 to direct drivers to the nearest lorry stop contact point after providing a brief summary of their medical complaints, current...
The coach driver's checklist
Type: Good practice
A checklist to help (independent) bus and coach drivers prepare beforehand and take care while driving. Planning ahead and good preparation helps prevent accidents. Taking extra care on the road and knowing what to expect from other road users...
Bad weather driving guide
Type: Good practice
A pocket guide with practical and well visualized steps in how to prepare and drive in bad weather. It also includes a list of organizations that can help to find more information. Bad weather, like high winds, ice and snow can make the operation...
Minimising in-vehicle distractions
Type: Good practice
The report offers an overview for employers on how to minimise distractions. Specifically it focuses on in-vehicle distractions associated with the use of electronic devices, e.g. mobile phones, smart phones, music players and portable navigation...
Safe driving - Tyre check
Type: Good practice
Website with information and tips regarding tyre safety and selection. Tyres are a vehicle's only contact with the road and therefore the condition and type of tyre is crucial for safe driving. The website informs you about all relevant issues...
Alcolocks in vehicles
Type: Good practice
The Alcolock or alcohol ignition interlock is a device installed in the vehicle, requiring the driver to provide a breath sample before starting. If the sample alcohol concentration is above a specified threshold value, the ignition is locked and the...
Seatbelt reminder
Type: Good practice
This leaflet provides tips about safe driving for professional drivers, with particular emphasis on seat belt use, but also on vehicle checks, distractions, speed choice and time pressure. It also contains advice on getting relevant information to aid...
Factsheets and campaigns to avoid accidents
Type: Good practice
This factsheet combines statistics on transport accidents with guides and tips on the use of personal safety equipment, how to avoid falls from vehicles while loading and unloading goods, accidents and incidents with tail lifts, securing cargo, safety...
Be fit to drive after a violent experience
Type: Good practice
This guideline includes tips and advice on how to recover after experiencing a violent or severe incident. It includes examples of typical reaction patterns after such incidents, advice on how and where to seek help and advice on how to deal with...
Combat fatigue with a successful break
Type: Good practice
Information on the causes of fatigue, its initial signs, consequences and tips on taking breaks when driving to prevent fatigue. By preventing fatigue, fewer road accidents will be caused by tired drivers. All drivers.