Üsküdar University Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Lecturer Özgür Şener shared the tips of safe travel for those who will set off during the holiday break. Pointing out that the accident potential increases due to the increase in traffic density on the highway during the holidays, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Lect. See. Özgür Şener stated that car service maintenance is beneficial for a safe journey.
Şener recommends complying with the legal speed limits on the road, keeping a distance of 4-6 seconds from the vehicle in front, and paying attention to pedestrian traffic at settlement crossings in order to prevent accidents. Stating that one should be mentally prepared for driving, Şener warned that changing dietary habits with Ramadan may also cause drowsiness in traffic.
Vehicle service should be done before leaving the road
Stating that the holidays are the periods when the traffic accident potential increases with the increasing traffic density on the highway, OHS Expert Lecturer. See. “Before starting the road, service maintenance needs to be done so that the vehicle does not leave it on the road. It should be ensured that there are no cuts, slits, and fragments on the lateral surfaces of the tires. It should be checked by a reliable tire repairer that the tread depth is at least 3mm and the tire pressures are at the pressure values given for the vehicle.” he said.
If there is a health problem, consult a doctor first.
Underlining that it is necessary to be mentally ready for driving and not to be sleepy, OHS Specialist Organr Şener said, “If there is any discomfort, you should not go for a drive without consulting a doctor. Before starting to drive, the road and weather conditions should be checked, stopovers on the route to be traveled and alternative routes when necessary should be determined before setting off. Before you start driving, it is useful to make sure that the vehicle is close enough.” said.
Legal speed limits must be obeyed
Reminding the traffic rules, Şener said, “When approaching critical areas such as connection and participation points, intersections and traffic lights, controlled passage should be made by reducing the speed. Particular attention should be paid to the possibility of pedestrians and children appearing at settlement crossings. Follow the legal speed limits, driving below the speed limits will prevent accidents when there are challenging conditions such as rain, driving in the dark, narrow, winding roads. A safe following distance must be maintained. It is necessary to leave a distance of at least 4 seconds with the vehicle in front and 6 seconds on the highway and highway. By observing well ahead of the road, checking the mirrors and the environment every 5-8 seconds will also provide a safe drive.” said.
Changing eating habits can cause drowsiness in traffic!
Attention to the fact that drivers may encounter psychological difficulties during the journey, chin Şener concluded his words as follows:
“Due to congested traffic and extended waiting times, drivers can be aggressive. For this reason, it is useful to stay calm on the road. Although drivers who are accustomed to fasting may show reactions such as drowsiness due to the changing diets after Eid al-Fitr, one should be prepared.