LANDSCAPE ONTARIO – WORKPLACE SAFETY TAILGATE TALKS
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TRUCKS AND TRAILERS – DRIVING
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Motor vehicle collisions on Ontario roads are the greatest
single cause of, and accounts for more than 30% of all Ontario
worker fatalities – making motor vehicle incidents the biggest
risk Ontarians face each day they go to work.
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Take the time to learn and practice safe driving techniques
and ensure to properly wear seat belts at all times. Drivers
who exceed speed limits by 30 km/h or more are about
6 times more likely to cause a motor vehicle incident.
Prevention Points
Here are some road safety reminders:
Review the General Health & Safety Best Practices section on
page 11 before performing any task.
Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.
– Drive with corrective lenses (glasses, contacts) as prescribed.
Never use hand-held electronic devices when operating
a vehicle.
Consider load weights and weather conditions when selecting
appropriate travelling speeds on highways.
Do not eat, drink, or personally groom while driving a vehicle.
Driving drowsy can be as deadly as driving under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or stress (see Fatigue and Reaction Time).
Practice good housekeeping and cleanliness habits at all times
to minimize hazards:
– Avoid storing any materials, papers or debris on the
dash board of your vehicle as it creates a visual glare
and distraction for the driver.
– Avoid hanging objects from rear view mirrors as it creates
a blind spot for the driver.
– Remove waste from vehicles' interior and exterior at the
end of every shift.
