ARRIVE ALIVE: DRIVING CHANGE TOGETHER Adverse Weather Conditions For Questions: Downstream Road Safety Focus Delivery Group (DS RS FDG) Road Safety Expertise Centre (RSEC)

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Facilitator Instructions Open PowerPoint in presentation mode Slides 3 and 4 are videos (if video does not open web address can be found in notes section) Slide 6 – click on a Weather Condition which will take you to question for group response Once they have provided the answer, use your mouse and click on blank space directly below the question portion on screen, this will reveal the answer. Allow time for group to generate conversation. Click arrow in bottom right corner to return to slide 6 Repeat until all Weather Conditions have been revealed

Negotiating In Adverse Weather YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtnL4KYVtDE Option 2 – longer video more dramatic - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pItevuchsA

Negotiating In Adverse Weather https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l0_Nj6GNe0

What Type of Adverse Weather Conditions Affect Us? Fog Heavy Rain Ice/Snow Extreme Heat Lighting Conditions – bright light/darkness (absence of road lighting) High Winds Dust/Sand storms Flooding

Adverse Weather Conditions Wind Poor Visibility Snow/Ice Wet Condition Tips

WIND Wind rarely blows steadily be prepared at any time but particularly on open stretches of road, when passing bridges or gaps in hedges or when overtaking high-sided vehicles. What are the risks associated with driving in windy conditions and why are they considered a risk? High winds Sudden gusts Flying debris Fallen trees/road obstruction Reduced steering control Other vehicles

POOR VISIBILITY Hitting object from behind Being hit from behind Fog, Dusk/Dawn, On coming headlights, Smoke will all reduce your visibility. What are the risks associated with poor visibility while driving and why are they considered a risk? Hitting object from behind Being hit from behind Poor visibility of Pedestrians Fatigue – eye strain

SNOW/ICe In many regions, winter weather brings heavy snow, freezing rain, flooding, and bitterly cold temperatures that can all wreak havoc on road conditions. What are the risks associated with driving in winter conditions and why are they considered a risk? Reduced Steering capability Reduced traction/stopping distance Potential for black ice Being stuck in deep snow

Wet conditions Driving safely in wet weather requires both the vehicle and the driver to be prepared. What are the risks associated with driving in wet conditions and why are they considered a risk? Reduced traction Hydroplane Foggy windows Reduced visibility – road signs/pedestrians Spray from other vehicles (visibility) Potential muddy conditions Oil and rubber dust build-up on roadway

DISCUSSION What can you do to reduce risk of an incident while driving in adverse weather conditions? Plan ahead Postpone journey if possible Complete thorough vehicle pre-trip inspection Drive slowly without being at risk Leave space – Increase following distance Pull over to a safe area if you need to Allow extra time Monitor weather conditions (radio) Use low beam headlights – be seen Avoid sudden stops Do not use cruise control

Share an experience you have encountered in adverse weather conditions.