Safe and Responsible Driving
Dealing with particular situations
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Workers on the road
Drive slowly and carefully through construction zones and
areas. Obey the warning signs and people who are directing
traffic through the area. Adjust your speed as per the condition.
Do not change lanes and watch for workers and construction
vehicles on the road. Be patient
if traffic is delayed due to construction work. If your
lane is blocked and no one is directing traffic, let the
vehicle coming from the opposite side pass. When the way
is clear, move slowly and carefully around the obstacle
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Animals on the road
Animals, especially cows, may come on the road at any time
and from any direction. Be alert for animals and slow down
if an animal comes on the road. Animals on roads are a major
cause of accidents on Indian roads.
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Mobile phones
Do not use mobile phones while driving. Talking on the mobile
diverts your attention and affects your reactions and it
can cause an accident. Stop your
vehicle on the shoulder of the road, switch on the four
way emergency lights and attend your phone call or let
your mobile voice mail service take the call. Listen to
the message later when you have parked your vehicle.
If it is really important to use the mobile
phone when driving, use a hands-free microphone but it
is strongly recommended not to use it while driving. |
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Distractions to drivers
Pay full attention and remain focused while you drive. Even
if you have years of experience it is important for you
to pay full attention to your driving. Avoid:
- Using mobile phones or laptops.
- Eating or drinking
- Talking with passengers
- Attending to children
- Adjusting the controls of the music
systems of the vehicle.
These are some of the major causes
of road accidents.
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Emergency vehicles
If you hear the siren or see flashing lights of a police,
fire, ambulance or an escort vehicle, get out of the way
as soon as you can. Get to the left side and slow down
till that vehicle passes you. |
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