Experiencing a vehicle breakdown can be stressful and potentially dangerous. To help you stay safe on the road, follow these 10 essential tips:
1. Stay Safe: Move Off the Road
If possible, safely steer your vehicle off the road and to a secure location, such as a layby or hard shoulder. This reduces the risk of collisions with other vehicles.
2. Turn Off Your Engine
Once you’re safely parked, switch off your engine to prevent any further mechanical issues.
3. Activate Hazard Lights
Turn on your hazard warning lights immediately to alert other drivers to your situation.
4. Be Seen: Wear a Reflective Jacket
If you have a reflective jacket in your vehicle, put it on. This makes you more visible to other drivers, especially in low light conditions.
5. Ensure Everyone’s Safety
If your vehicle is at risk of being hit by traffic, get everyone out and move to a safe place away from the road.
6. Keep Sidelights On in Poor Visibility
If it’s dark or visibility is poor, keep your sidelights on to make your vehicle more visible to other drivers.
7. Use a Warning Triangle
If it’s safe and you have one, place a warning triangle on your side of the road at least 45 metres (50 yards) behind your vehicle. Be cautious while doing this.
8. Stay Clear of Traffic
Do not stand between your vehicle and oncoming traffic. Ensure that others stay clear as well.
9. Call for Help
Use your mobile phone or locate the nearest phone to call for roadside assistance or breakdown recovery.
10. Stay in Your Vehicle – If Safe
If you feel unsafe outside, stay in your vehicle with the doors locked until help arrives. Only do this if it’s safe.
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