{"id":1613,"date":"2026-08-05T17:57:41","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T17:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/?p=1613"},"modified":"2026-08-05T17:58:26","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T17:58:26","slug":"safety-tips-to-stay-safe-on-the-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/safety-tips-to-stay-safe-on-the-road\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety tips to stay safe on the road"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/news-road.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/news-road.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/news-road-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vdsitedemo.co.za\/ndaka-security\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/news-road-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;font-size:18px;font-style:italic;font-weight:400\"><blockquote><p>Distracted driving is estimated to be a factor in 25% to 50% of all traffic crashes. Driving safely is not only beneficial to the driver but also to all other road users.o the driver but also to all other road users.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Follow these driving safety tips for a safer journey:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Do not drink and drive.<br>\u2022 Obey the speed limit.<br>\u2022 Do not use cell phones when driving. It is illegal and extremely dangerous.<br>\u2022 Ensure the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition.<br>\u2022 Do simple vehicle maintenance and pre-trip inspections.<br>\u2022 Guard against distractions while driving. Set all devices, mirrors and controls prior to driving.<br>\u2022 Ensure all vehicle occupants wear a seat belt.<br>\u2022 Maintain a safe following distance. Obey the two-second rule.<br>\u2022 Allow yourself to take short breaks when driving long distances.<br>\u2022 Plan your journey well in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breakdown safety:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 If a breakdown occurs, turn hazard lights on and get the vehicle to a safe location.<br>\u2022 If the vehicle breaks down on the roadway, turn hazard lights on, stay belted in the vehicle and wait for professional help.<br>\u2022 Never get out of a vehicle to make a repair on a busy road. Get the vehicle to a safe place before getting out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety at level crossings:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Always stop at level crossings. Never cross if the red lights are flashing, regardless of what position the boom is in.<br>\u2022 Obey the road signs when approaching a level crossing. Make sure the tracks are clear in both directions before crossing.<br>\u2022 Never queue over a level crossing.<br>\u2022 Never pass another vehicle when approaching a level crossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/safelyhome.westerncape.gov.za\/road-safety\/367\">https:\/\/safelyhome.westerncape.gov.za\/road-safety\/367<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Distracted driving is estimated to be a factor in 25% to 50% of all traffic crashes. Driving safely is not only beneficial to the driver but also to all other road users.o the driver but also to all other road users. Follow these driving safety tips for a safer journey: \u2022 Do not drink and drive.\u2022 Obey the speed limit.\u2022 Do not use cell phones when driving. It is illegal and extremely dangerous.\u2022 Ensure the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition.\u2022 Do simple vehicle maintenance and pre-trip inspections.\u2022 Guard against distractions while driving. Set all devices, mirrors and controls prior to driving.\u2022 Ensure all vehicle occupants wear a seat belt.\u2022 Maintain a safe following distance. Obey the two-second rule.\u2022 Allow yourself to take short breaks when driving long distances.\u2022 Plan your journey well in advance. Breakdown safety: \u2022 If a breakdown occurs, turn hazard lights on and get the vehicle to a safe location.\u2022 If the vehicle breaks down on the roadway, turn hazard lights on, stay belted in the vehicle and wait for professional help.\u2022 Never get out of a vehicle to make a repair on a busy road. Get the vehicle to a safe place before getting out. Safety at level crossings: \u2022 Always stop at level crossings. Never cross if the red lights are flashing, regardless of what position the boom is in.\u2022 Obey the road signs when approaching a level crossing. Make sure the tracks are clear in both directions before crossing.\u2022 Never queue over a level crossing.\u2022 Never pass another vehicle when approaching a level crossing. 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