Road safety is a shared responsibility

For drivers of passenger cars

         Stay out of blind spots. Passenger cars should stay far enough behind big trucks so that you can see both side mirrors on the truck. If you can’t see the truck driver, he can’t see you either.
         Never cut in front of commercial vehicles.
         Allow yourself extra time to pass a big rig.
         Signal well in advance when planning to turn or change lanes.
         If you are driving beside a truck, watch for turn signals as trucks require a wide turning radius.
         Maintain an increased following distance between you and the vehicle in front of you when a large truck is behind you. Because trucks have longer stopping distances this may allow you enough time to stop in an emergency without being rear-ended by the truck.

For drivers of commercial vehicles

         Pull over when feeling tired – it could save your life or someone else’s.
         Fatigue can play a role in large vehicle collisions. Truck drivers were more likely than all drivers in casualty collisions to be fatigued or asleep at the time of the crash than drivers of other vehicles.
         Signal well in advance when planning to turn or change lanes to give other drivers time to react accordingly.
         Be alert to the actions of oncoming drivers and other drivers at intersections.
         Complete proper pre and post-trip inspections to ensure your vehicle is in good operating condition.
         Ensure your vehicle is within the allowed weight limit to prevent damage to the infrastructure.

The RCMP is reminding motorists that every road user has a part to play in ensuring their own safety and that of others.

(Gary McKinnon)

by Gary McKinnon

Road safety is a shared responsibility

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