Holiday Safety Tips

When you are heading off on your family holiday are you prepared?

Are you aware of your possible fatigue levels before setting off? See our Fatigue Calculator.
Are you aware of how long it will be before your fatigue levels could be dangerous? See our Fatigue Calculator.
Have you had your vehicle serviced recently?
Have you had a recent vehicle safety check?
Have you checked all of your vehicle's fluid levels?
Have you checked your tyres and their pressure?
Do you have a safety vest in case you have to get out of the car on the roadside? Best to have at least 2 in case you need assistance.
Do you have a set of 3 warning triangles in case you break down? One at the front of the vehicle, one in the middle and one at the rear.
Do you have a substantial first aid kit in the car? Small kits are of little value if a serious accident was to occur.
Do you have protective rain gear in case you have change a tyre in the wet? This is best kept in the glove box.
Do you have 2 wheel chocks in case you need to change a tyre on slopey or unstable ground?
Do you have a magnetic flashing lights for the top of your vehicle if you are parked in an unsafe position?
Do you have a fire extingusher in your vehicle?
Have you fitted wheel nut indicators to know if your wheel nuts have worked loose after traveling over rough roads?

Travel safely. If you need assistance with information about any of the points above, contact us on 07 4957 5550.