Below are 10 tips for a safe road trip, courtesy of the team at Netcare 911, and issued by Shawn Herbst.
“With the long awaited holiday season, also comes the usual cycle of unfortunate injuries and emergencies,” explained Herbst.
If these serious injuries or emergencies are not addressed immediately with the appropriate help or first-aid, an emergency could very-well prove fatal.
“We understand the difficulty in gathering credible, carefully researched basic first-aid information, explained in simple terms that would even allow a child to learn a new lifesaving skill.”
The team at Netcare 911 have created an informative Holiday Safety Guide with step by step instructions to assist you, a friend or family member in providing basic first-aid for the most common emergencies, both home and away.
Follow these tips to ensure that you reach your destination safely.
- Have your car serviced or have a thorough vehicle inspection at an approved service centre.
- Always do your research and identify emergency facilities along your route.
- Save Netcare 911’s number 082 911 on your phone for any medical emergencies.
- Ask someone else to drive if you suffer from a health condition or take medicine that could make you drowsy. Stop often to rest and stretch your legs. Always stop in a well-lit public place.
- Always have a first aid kit handy for unforeseen injuries and illnesses.
- Babies and young children should always be secured in a SABS approved car seat attached to the passenger seat as recommended.
- Stay connected. Be sure to pack your phone, GPS and chargers so that you can call for help if needed.
- Never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you know that you will be drinking call a taxi service.
- Speed kills. Stick to the speed limit and ensure that you and your passengers always wear seatbelts.
- Discuss your route with family or other passengers and map it out, including regular stops.
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