STAY SAFE IN SUMMER

It is now summer and the ambient temperatures have increased quickly and dramatically. If we do not prepare ourselves then we put ourselves at risk, so let us be prepared and take the necessary precautions. In this page, we are a few tips on how to stay safe during the hot summer months.

			For Your Safety, Stay cool and hydrated: Workers who are exposed to extreme heat or work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. To avoid heat stress: Ensure you drink enough water to avoid dehydration: Take extra water when planning long trips, It can save your life! Eat light meals. Wear light-colored and loose clothing. Do not expose yourself to direct sunlight. Avoid alcohol and caffeine as it dehydrates the body. Take more rest breaks where you can.
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Know about Heat Stroke:

Be alert for the signs of heat-related illnesses like heat stroke.

It occurs when the body is unable to control its temperature.

The warning signs may include the following:

Extremely high body temperature.
Red, hot and dry skin (no sweating).
Rapid and strong pulse.
Dizziness, nausea and paleness.
Throbbing headache.
Shallow or fast breathing.

Click below to read more about Heat Stress:

Driving Safely In Summer:

Driving while fatigued (forcing self to drive when you are tired or sleepy):

Impairs your ability to safely perform even basic-driving tasks.
Decreases your concentration and reaction time as it results in misjudgments.
Can result in erratic driving behaviour.

To avoid driving while fatigued, you should*:

Get an adequate amount of sleep every night.
Avoid driving between 12 midnight to 6 am and 2 pm to 4 pm.
If you do become drowsy while driving, be sure to choose a safe place to pull over and rest.
Avoid travelling long distances after a full day of work.
Avoid travelling on a full stomach after an immediate meal.

*Click above Video Icon to watch Road Safety 3D animation teaching about driving while fatigued.

Vehicle Safety:

Regular Vehicle Maintenance**

Know How to Read Your Tyre Information

No matter how well you drive, you are not safe unless your vehicle is in good condiion, so please remember:

FLOWERS (Fuel, License, Oil, Water, Electrics , Rubber, Safety Equipments).
Tyre safety (it is important throughout the year and especially critical in warm weather because of long trips, heavy loads, high speeds and higher temperatures. These all put additional stress on your tyres).
Make sure your tyres are properly inflated. Check your tyre pressure oftern with a gauge (recommended every three to four days).
The correct pressures for your vehicle can normally be found in your vehicle owner's manual. The information may also be marked on the vehicle (for example, on the driver's door pillar, or on the inside of the petrol flap).
The tyre thread depth shouldn't be less than 1.6 mm.
Inspect your tyres and look for any signs of cracks or any abnoramalities on the external walls of the tyres**.