SAFETY MEMO MARCH 2016
INATTENTION - TWO HANDS ON THE WHEEL
Too many drivers ignore a basic defensive driving fundamental of "two hands on the wheel." Here are a
few examples of what results:
* reaching for cough drops………………………………………. a head on
* shuffling papers…………………………………………………. into ditch
* texting…………………………………… rear-ended other
* dropped something on the seat…………………………….. right angle collision
* talking on the telephone………………………………………….. another rear-ender
* thumbing through notes for next stop………………………… hit parked car
And, so it goes. DRIVING IS A FULL TIME JOB Just as you should keep two hands on the wheel, also have
your mind on driving at all times -- every second. Good driving -- safe driving, requires constant
attention and complete concentration. Here are a few examples of accidents caused by split second
inattention:
* looking for street address………………………………………. wham at intersection
* thinking about next call…………………………………………. slid into car in front
* checking house numbers………………………………………. hit car backing out of driveway
* bee in vehicle……………………………………………………. zing, off the road
Increase attention and reduce the risk of an accident by practicing the two we've been talking about:
1. Keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times.
2. Keep your mind on your driving.
Remember, pride, prestige, profits, and public relations are influenced by "how" you drive
Every time you drive.