Posts about Driver Fatigue

Multi-job professional drivers: the safety challenge

December 08, 2023

Freelance drivers play a vital role in the transport sector. But, while this flexibility offers economic benefits, it creates four major safety challenges ... Read more

Steve Smethurst

How to prevent driver fatigue

March 07, 2022

European Transport Safety Council complained that over more than 30 years multiple initiatives to regulate drivers’ hours and fatigue had failed.  ... Read more

Steve Smethurst

The science behind taking regular breaks when driving

January 17, 2022

Fatigue is a leading cause of road traffic collisions with evidence to show that crash risk increases as driving time increases. Regular breaks are a must.... Read more

Mark Watts

Driver fatigue: as bad as drink driving?

March 22, 2021

Tired driving is a bigger problem than most people imagine. Research suggests that it could be a contributory factor in up to 30% of road collisions. ... Read more

Adam Hawes

With Arrival of Autumn, Danger on Roads Increases

September 30, 2020

Watch for warning signs of drowsiness while driving in Autumn. The National Road Safety Foundation offers tips to stay awake at the wheel. ... Read more

David Reich