Many people think fatigue is only a problem for long distance drives, but it is just as relevant for shorter trips as well.
In general, people are already tired when they get behind the wheel, either from long hours at their job, a general lack of sleep, or physically demanding tasks.
Regardless of the distance you plan to travel, make sure you have had enough sleep before driving. The early warning signs of fatigue as per the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) are listed below:
According to the TAC, sleeping is the best way to address fatigue. If you’re tired, make a choice not to drive, or follow TAC’s tips to prevent fatigue:
Designated rest areas allow drivers and motorcyclists to park safely and walk around before continuing their journey. Service centres, petrol stations, parks, and country towns are other places you can stop and take a break from driving.
Driver reviver sites operate during holiday periods. Look out for specially marked coffee cup signs along major highways or find out where Driver Reviver sites are located in NSW and when they are operating.
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