Blind Spot Safety Tips to Take Into Account

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Blind spot safety tips to take into account
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Introduction
Theres always a spot on a drivers radar that
goes unnoticed, no matter how experienced or safe
the driver is. That area is known as a blind
spot. Blind spots pose a significant threat to
pedestrians, cyclists, cars, and other road users
because they jide hazards from the range of a
drivers vision. So what preventative actions can
one take to avoid a crash caused by blind spots?
Keep reading to find out.
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BLIND SPOT SAFETY TIPS for pedestrians

• Avoid being in a vehicles blind spot at all. It
  is very important for you to always keep this in
  mind, especially with respect to large trucks and
  buses.
• Try to make an eye contact with the driver.
  Otherwise, assume that the driver hasnt seen you.

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• Wear bright clothing in dark areas to increase
  visibility.
• Pay close attention to the signal lights when
  cars are turning at intersections.

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BLIND SPOT SAFETY TIPS for cyclists

• Avoid being in the blind spots of any vehicles,
  but especially large buses and trucks.
• DO NOT try to overtake a vehicle on its right
  near an intersection you might be placing
  yourself in a zone of risk.

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• Pay particular attention to the vehicles turn
  signal lights.
• And finally, make yourself more visible. Wear
  reflective strips or bright clothing for your
  safety.

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BLIND SPOT SAFETY TIPS for heavy vehicle drivers

• Beware of people around your vehicle, especially
  when youre near urban intersections.
• Try to anticipate the movement of people around
  your vehicles and take appropriate precautions to
  account for the same.

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• As a heavy vehicle driver, do not ever presume
  that other drivers can anticipate your vehicles
  maneuvers. Always use turn signals at
  intersection points to make your intentions
  known.
• And finally, keep distractions away from the
  inside your vehicle. A small step like this can
  make all the difference in the world.

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