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Driver Fatigue
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Driver fatigue is thought to cause:
at least 20% road accidents of occupational road users
1 in 5 accidents on motorways and trunk roads
each death on road costs up to £1.2m- human costs incalculable
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Driving too tired results in micro sleep
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Micro sleep happens when:
Eyelids fall briefly
Head drops to one side
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In 2001, a land rover ploughed onto a railway line and killed 6 people
At least 40,000 serious injuries 2010/2011
Nearly 3,500 deaths 2010/2011
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Most driver fatigue occurs:
Between 2am and 6am
Between 2pm and 4pm
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Never ignore drowsinessTake a break and rest
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What can I do?
Turn off cruise control
Turn down car temperature to a cool temperature
Plan your journey and identify rest points
At main roads or motorways take a break at designated areas
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Have a caffeinated drink
Have a short "power nap"
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Don't become a statistic
Don't become a statistic
Maintain a regular sleep pattern
Take adequate rest and sleep before driving
Avoid alcohol or medication which can affect driving