V. Temporary Physical Conditions A. Fatigue a. Affects the body and mind b. HIGHWAY HYPNOSIS-It is a condition where you start to ignore critical information or misjudge speed. It is common on open roads or highways that look the same.

What are Rumble Strips? Rumble strips are grooves or rows of raised pavement markers placed perpendicular to the direction of travel to alert inattentive drivers. As a vehicle passes over the rumble strips, noise and vibration are produced, alerting the driver they are approaching a hazard.

ROAD REFLECTORS

Ways to Fight Fatigue a. Stop and get some rest b. Avoid heavy, Fatty Foods c. Avoid Alcohol d. Good flow of fresh air e. Turn on the radio f. Wear Sunglasses g. Stop regularly (___hrs. for ___mins.) h. Pull Over

***If you need to pull over 1. Stop in a well lit area 2. roll down the window a little bit/turn off engine 3. leave parking lights on 4. make sure you are fully awake

Short Term Illness a. Try to minimize the amount of driving time Read medicine before taking it (does it have warnings?)

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