SafetyTips

If its a Breakdown

Preventive maintenance reduces chances of a breakdown. However chances cannot be overruled. It is better to be prepared.

Carry an advance-warning triangle. It can be used to warn other road users if the car is obstructing the road. Place the triangle at a distance of 50 mts behind the vehicle. In case you don't possess a warning triangle hang a piece of red cloth on the car.

If its a Road Accident

1. Stop your vehicle in the safest place and if possible off the road.
2. In case any one is injured administer first aid. Call local help and rush the injured to the nearest hospital. The effort to save the life of an accident victim should be the top priority.
3. Inform the police (no.100) as quickly as possible. It is important to give accurate details.
4. Note down the registration no. of the other vehicles involved.
5. Inform the insurance company as per the rules.

If its a Mechanical Failure

If the pedal brake suddenly gives way

1. Pump the brake pedal fast and strongly many times to build pressure
2. If there is an engine brake put your vehicle in low gear.
3. Use hand brake if the vehicle does not come under control.
4. Activate hazard lights and look out for a safe place to stop.
5. In case of a puncture or tyre bursts hold on to the steering wheel firmly. Draw the vehicle towards the corner of the road.
6. An accelerator wire break or a break in current may create sudden loss of acceleration. Do not brake suddenly. Draw the vehicle off the road.
7. If the hood of your vehicle suddenly flies up slow down and stop. Draw the vehicle to the to the roadside and off the road.
8. If you sense fire switch off the ignition draw the vehicle towards the off side of the road. Switch on the hazard lights. Try to put off the fire by throwing sand. If the fire is increasing stay away from it it could lead to an explosion. Try to find help as quickly as possible and warn others