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Road Safety Week 17th-23rd November 2024 As we start the "Road Safety Week" delivered by Brake (the road safety charity), we should consider the stopping distance of our vehicles; this will depend on your attention, the road surface, the weather conditions, and your vehicle. We acknowledge there are several factors that affect stopping distance: Your Attention: Being alert and focused can significantly reduce reaction time. Road Surface: Wet, icy, or uneven surfaces can increase stopping distance. Weather Conditions: Rain, snow, and fog can affect visibility and road grip. Your Vehicle: The condition of your brakes, tyres, and overall vehicle maintenance play a crucial role. It’s always good to keep these factors in mind to ensure safe driving. Do you have any specific questions about driving safety or vehicle maintenance? www.safe2drive.co.uk #RoadSafetyWeek

Have you done the 20p test? This simple check on your car tyres can save lives! 190 people were killed or seriously injured in incidents relating to defective tyres last year - 22% up on 2022. One in five vehicle breakdowns on motorways and A-roads were the result of tyre defects too - that’s 50,000 breakdowns on motorways alone. That's why we're aiming to tackle tyre trouble during Road Safety Week, supporting Brake, the road safety charity to save lives on UK roads: https://lnkd.in/eYjueeHQ #RSW #RoadSafetyWeek #roadsafety #tyresafety #safedriving #driving #safedriving

🗨️ Driver wellbeing is critical to road safety, and new research from Geotab reveals a worrying trend: 90% of UK van and lorry drivers say work-related stress negatively impacts their driving, contributing to an increased risk of collisions. It's crucial that we acknowledge the impact of stress on this essential workforce and take steps to address it. Join our webinar with Lucy Straker of Brake, the road safety charity, Peter Milchard of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), Kirsty Birch from Work It Well ™️, Edward Kulperger, ICD.D, SVP of Geotab, and Paul Atkinson, an experienced ex-police officer and driver, to discuss these findings and learn how organisations can better support their drivers and improve fleet safety. Register for Road Ready: Mind & Body here: https://lnkd.in/gYY-Y7K2 Read more about the research: https://lnkd.in/gMAdDiMS #RoadSafetyWeek

❄️ Winter is here ❄️ and with it comes harsh weather and challenging driving conditions. While driving in adverse weather can be risky, we know it’s sometimes unavoidable. 🚗 That’s why we’ve prepared some winter driving tips to help keep your journeys safe! Plus, telematics can be a game-changer for your charity during this season: ✅ Real-time route optimisation to navigate snowy roads safely. ⚠️ Instant hazard alerts to keep your drivers informed. 🔧 Daily vehicle checks to ensure everything is road-ready before setting off. Let’s work together to make winter driving safer for your team and fleet. Drive safe out there! 🚘❄️ #FleetManagement #WinterDriving #DrivingTips

Safe Driving Starts With Me 🙋♀️ 👫 Real friends don’t pressure you to take risks. Real friends encourage you to drive safely and follow the rules. If your friends are driving dangerously, it’s okay to speak up or say no. Peer pressure can lead to crashes, and your safety matters more than fitting in. Make the choice to drive smart and stand up for safe driving! 🚗🙌 National Teen Driver Safety Week is the perfect time to take a stand against peer pressure and make a commitment to safe driving. Your choices behind the wheel could save lives! Take our pledge today to Drive Safely—every ride, every time. Together, we can make the roads safer for everyone. Will you join us? 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTDRCWqi #nationalteendriversafetyweek #teendriving #crashsurvivor #reckpledge #roadsafety #recoveringfromamotorvehiclecrash #lifechanging #postcrash #recoveryjourney #notforprofit #roadsafetymatters #pledge #reckpledge #pledgetodrivesafely

Well I think we can safely say that Summer is over - starting to feel a lot cooler and driving into work in the morning, and home at night, in the dark is becoming the norm again. Seems like as good a time as any to remind people of the importance of pre-drive checks - making sure all your lights are operating correctly is more important, as is the need to check your tyres (tread and inflation) to ensure they will keep a firm grip as the wetter and icier conditions become more prevalent. We would love to help keep you and your company drivers safe by ensuring basic pre-drive checks are completed. It can not only help prevent an accident but can also save you money (a well maintained vehicle will be more economical to run and you are less likely to suffer the costs associated with breakdowns and downtime). See the graphic below from TyreSafe Admin that highlights the cost of poorly maintained tyres. Of course the TakeAIM app is not only suitable for vehicle checks - it can be used to record any/all equipment inspections so why not sign up for a free trial today and check it out for yourself - it's quick and easy and costs you nothing so what's stopping you (feel free to share the suggestion with colleagues/management)? https://lnkd.in/dtjKZEt #safety #maintenance #equipmentmaintenance #driversafety #fleetsafety Driving for Better Business Brake, the road safety charity Sophie L.

Adaptations in Action! 🧑🦽This week’s top tip is for Remote Keypad Controls Did you know? 🤔 This adaptation is very popular among drivers who have experienced a stroke and are left with reduced functionality on one side, and is often used in conjunction with a left foot accelerator pedal. If you have functional use of only one arm, a remote keypad attached to a steering aid enables you to steer and operate the auxiliary controls, such as the indicators and wipers, with one hand. There are various shapes and sizes of keypads available. The control can be mounted on either the left or the right side of the steering wheel, and can also easily be removed and switched off when not in use, for example if someone else wishes to drive the vehicle. FACT! Herts Ability has a fleet of dual controlled vehicles with a range of driving and transfer adaptations. Every vehicle is fitted with dual controls for safety and insurance purposes and all assessments take place in a dual controlled car. A client can use their own (or an instructor’s vehicle) if it is fitted with dual controls. As always Herts Ability is happy to help with any request you have. 👉 Our aim is to help YOU get back on the road. Please call us on 01707 324 581 or email driving@hertsability.org.uk for more information! 👈 #Automotive #Independence #VehicleControls #Charity #HertsAbility

Lightfoot named as headline sponsor of Brake UK Fleet Champions Awards 🏆 Lightfoot, the new headline sponsor of Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards, says that there has never been a more important time to champion the causes of safety and decarbonisation. Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards celebrate fleet organisations dedicated to reducing road injuries, preventing fatalities, and also reducing pollution caused by their vehicles. While Brake has been at the forefront of road safety, the number of incidents on UK roads resulting in deaths and serious injuries is still far too high, Lightfoot believes, while the debate and confusion around decarbonisation and electric vehicles means some fleets are unsure what to do next. As a result, says Paul Hollick, Managing Director at Lightfoot, the shortlisted fleets in road safety charity Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards can play a pivotal role in showing other businesses how to be safer and less polluting. “It’s a great honour for Lightfoot to take up the headline sponsorship of the UK Fleet Champions Awards, because we are entering a period of time where more needs to be done,” said Hollick... Click to Continue Reading - https://lnkd.in/e26RhBMa #RoadSafety #FleetChampions #BrakeAwards #Decarbonisation #Lightfoot #FleetManagement #SustainableTransport #RoadSafetyAwards #CorporateResponsibility #GreenFleet #ZeroEmissions #VehicleSafety #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #FleetSafety #UKTransport #CleanTransport #FleetInnovation #SafetyFirst #TransportAwards

This week there was a meeting between the NMC (National Motorcyclists Council) and DfT (Department for Transport) to discuss a strategic agenda for motorcycling. Given that UK motorcyclists have been waiting since 2005 to see some Government action, let’s hope that actioning the strategy doesn’t also take 20 years! The agenda a review will include default bus lane access, motorcycle training, testing and licensing. Also, this week the ‘Future of Roads: Pothole Partnership’ group met. There was a discussion of technical issues in highway design, access, maintenance and safety, relating to vulnerable road users including motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians. Since 2011, the numbers of motorcyclist KSIs (Killed & Seriously Injured) has flatlined. Only 1-in-5 riders go on to take a motorcycle test. After 8 hours of CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) instruction, of which as little as 4 hours is spent riding a motorcycle, the roads are packed with bikes capable of speeds up to 60mph. The situation is made worse by the vastly increased numbers of fast food delivery riders. It’s no wonder that many are learning by trial and error. It’s the riding errors that cause the most catastrophic injuries. The successful trials are more likely to ingrain poor riding habits. We don’t accept this approach with learner car drivers, so why is it acceptable for young motorcyclists? We will keep advocating for change and opportunities to ride better.

🌆The article discusses the rising concerns regarding the safety of e-scooters and e-bikes on UK roads.🛴 Recent statistics reveal that incidents involving e-scooters and e-bikes 🚲 have led to increased injuries and fatalities, prompting calls for tighter regulations.🌍 Authorities are 🚶♂️ worried about the lack of required safety equipment, such as helmets and lights, which contributes to the dangers these vehicles pose. ♻️ Critics argue that the government should implement stronger regulations to ensure rider safety and enhance road safety for all users. 🚦The article highlights the need for a balanced approach that facilitates the adoption of these eco-friendly transport options while prioritizing public safety. 🔧 https://lnkd.in/etKhUBSi #EScooter #EBike #TransportAlternatywny #ZrównoważonyTransport #BezpieczeństwoNaDrodze #MiastaPrzyjazneRowerzystom #Ekologia #InnowacjeWTransportzie #RuchMiast #PrzyszłośćTransportu