It is not the intention of most people to drive when they are physically tired or sleepy. But it still happens, and endangers both passengers, drivers and other road users alike. Learn to recognise the warning signs of fatigue, and realise that stopping for a rest may save lives.

Advertisement

Take action:
You may be too drowsy to continue driving if you: can’t remember the last few kilometres you’ve driven; drift from your lane or hit a rumble strip; experience wandering or disconnected thoughts; yawn repeatedly; have difficulty focusing or keeping your eyes open; miss traffic signs; have trouble keeping your head up; keep jerking your vehicle back into the lane.

>Read more here on how spices can help keep drivers alert.

Rate this article Poor 1 2 3 4 5 Excellent

JOBS

Civil Engineering Technician Gauteng - Johannesburg Accountant Gauteng - North/Sandton Financial Manager R550,000-600,000 Per Annum Central African Republic Financial Accountant R300,000-340,000 Per Annum Gauteng Treasury Specialist R500,000-630,000 Per Annum Gauteng - East Rand Credit Manager R300,000-400,000 Per Annum Mpumalanga Financial Manager R27,000-30,000 Per Month Gauteng - North/Sandton Delphi developers Gauteng - North/Sandton Find more jobs Register your CV Post a job