Fatal 5
Driving an agricultural vehicle, even at a relatively low speed, requires your full concentration.
Regardless of the vehicle you are driving, and whether travel is work related, commuting or a private journey, identifying the risks and acting responsibly can reduce the probability of being involved in a serious or fatal collision.
The ‘Fatal 5’ highlights some of the significant contributory factors in collisions.
Most people are already aware that drink or drug driving is illegal, but a small minority still choose to selfishly take the risk. The effects of alcohol and drugs can remain for a considerable amount of time. Be aware that some prescription or over-the-counter medication can affect your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.
Exceeding the speed limit or driving within the limit but still too fast for the conditions, can have devastating consequences. It takes longer to stop and if there is a collision, it is more severe, causing greater injury to vehicle occupants and any other road user they hit.
Careless driving, which can include driving too close to other vehicles or failing to comply with road signs or markings, is not only anti-social but could result in a collision.
Wear a seat belt, this is a legal requirement. Not wearing a seat belt can be a fatal decision even on short, familiar routes or at low speeds.
Using a mobile phone at the wheel is dangerous and irresponsible. Please wait until you are parked in a safe place before attempting to interact with your phone.
