HEED TRAFFIC SIGNS: SOME ROAD SAFETY TIPS FOR YOU THIS HOLIDAY
According to Solis (2003), there are different environmental factors that cause automotive crash or accident. Bad or poorly maintained roads, poor visibility, atmosphere, rain, blind intersection, parked vehicle obstructing the view, trees too close to the road, absence of traffic signs have contributed to the occurrence of crash. In highways, the absence of railing on the side of the road beside a deep ravine, precaution signs and speed limits, curve or narrow strip have been responsible for many fatalities.
Defective vision incapable of seeing an impending crash can cause delayed or sluggish reaction time. Reaction time is the time in perceiving impending danger and the actual application of the brake. A quick reaction time may prevent the occurrence of the crash by sudden deceleration before the impact occurs.
Here are some important tips which must be considered with a grain of salt in the streets:
First, always be on alert on the possibility of disasters in the road. Bring with you basic tools in fixing your car. Do not leave behind additional or spare tires in case of sudden tire blow out.
Second, learn of the weather ahead of the trip. You must be on a long trip this weekend but if the weather is not fine and an impending storm is threatening a good voyage, better defer it. When the road is not visible, try to drive as safely as possible. Be on guard on other cars coming behind and in front of you.
Finally, heed traffic signs. They are your guide in getting to your destination safe and sound. Do not take the imprudent stance of not taking care of your speed limit. You might be in trouble with the road and the law.
