Safety Tips

1. SEAT BELT
   Seat belt is made for the safety of a person using vehicle in case of an accident. It saves the person from a grievous injury. Regular use of safety belt may save a person at the time of crises. In case of sudden stop the vehicle, driver may go forward and hit the steering wheel or windscreen may cause a severe injury. This goes for everyone in your vehicle.
   
   
2. CELL PHONE
   Using cell phone is dangerous while driving the vehicle to the driver as well as public on the road. It is distract the attention of driver, which is most dangerous. It is an offence.
   
   
3. HELMET
   Helmet is not made for fashion. The use of the helmet is not to impress others while riding two wheeler. It is most important safety gear, which saves the head injury and brake the scull in case of a serious accident. Helmet is must for safety of a two wheeler rider.
   
   
4. DEVELOP GOOD HABITS IN BEST BUS
   Be in "Q" at the bus stop. Enter in the bus from the rear door and get down from front door. Always stand in one side and keep a passage for the conductor. Offer your seat for the senior citizen or woman. Take exact change for the fare. Hold firmly while travelling, to avoid a serious accident if bus stops suddenly. Do not take out your hands out of the bus. if you find any unattended item in the bus, report to conductor or driver immediately.
   
   
5. THE ROAD-USER ON FOOT
   * Where there is a footpath, you must use it.
   * Where there is no footpath, walk on the extreme right of the road to face oncoming traffic. Walk in
      single row and be constantly alert.
   * Do not walk on cycle tracks.
   * Do not step onto the road without ensuring that it is safe to do so.
   * Do not loiter on the roadway and be particularly careful at blind corners.
   * Before you step on the road stop at the kerb. Look right, if clear look left, if all clear look right again.
      If all clear, cross and keeping a careful lookout all the time.
   * Where available always use pedestrian crossings, central refuges, subways and footbridges.
   * Do not step out from behind a stationary vehicle or slow moving bus or cars without making sure
      the road is clear.
   
   
6. CROSSING THE ROAD
   * Do not cross the road diagonally. Always cross at right angles. Walk briskly. Do not panic and run.
   * Watch your step on wet and slippery roads. A fast moving vehicle will take longer to halt on a wet
      road.
   * When crossing at cross-road look out for vehicles coming round the corner.
   * Do not cross until you have the "Cross Now Signal" or "Green Signal", even then look out for the
      rash driver.
   * Do not cross the road until the policeman directing traffic beckons you to cross. The signals given
      by a policeman controlling traffic must be obeyed.
   
   
7. Never place the shoulder belt under your arm. Broken ribs can cause serious internal injuries.
   
   
8. The back seat is the safest place for children to ride. Child passenger safety seats should be properly installed in the middle of the back seat.
   
   
9. Secure loose articles throughout the car. Flying objects during a collision can cause injuries.
   
   
10. Be sure the car is in good mechanical condition. Check tires, hoses, fluid levels and batteries.
    
    
11. In case of an emergency during a long road trip, keep a first aid kit, a blanket and some food and water stored in your trunk.
    
    
12. Allow plenty of time for the trip. Be prepared to stop frequently for rest, food, exercise and restroom visits if you are traveling with children.
    
    
13. Provide children with a new activity (coloring book, crossword puzzle book, cassette tape) to keep them entertained.
    
    
14. Always STOP to rest if you feel tired. Don't wait for your chin to hit your chest. Also, stop if you feel agitated or are near an aggressive driver to give yourself a minute to calm down.
    
    
15. Consider refueling when you are down to 1/4 a tank of petrol in case the next petrol pump is far away.
    
    
16. If driving, sit at least 12 inches from the steering wheel to give the air bag room to inflate.
    
    
17. Obey the speed limits. Speeding tickets are expensive. Speeding also can cost us our lives.
    
    
18. Avoid becoming distracted while driving. Common distractions include talking on a cell phone, eating and applying make-up.
    
    
19. Do not drive under the influence of certain medications (read the warning label or ask your doctor). NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
    
    
20. If you have vehicle trouble, pull onto the shoulder of the road away from traffic. No one in your family should accept a ride with a stranger.