THE ONLY CURE FOR FATIGUE IS SLEEP!!

Fatigue is one of the big three killers on NSW roads and contributes to 12.1 per cent of all crashes in Coolamon Shire

Fatigue-related crashes are almost three times as likely to be fatal than crashes not involving fatigue - drivers who are asleep can't brake.

The choices we make behind the wheel need to be smart and safe:

·         before you drive, get a good night’s sleep

·         avoid driving at night when your body will naturally want to sleep

·         share the driving

·         know the early warning signs of fatigue

If you feel tired when driving, pull over in a safe place to take a break, stretch your legs, get some fresh air, take a short nap and swap drivers if you can.

The road toll is not just a number, it is real people and could include your family and friends.

As we start 2023, I urge everyone to remember that we all have a part to play in bringing down the road toll. Road safety is a shared responsibility, and we need everyone to do their part – drive to the conditions, stick to the speed limit, make sure you’re well rested and never ever drive if you’re affected by drugs or alcohol.

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