The RACE, ANFABRA, DGT and the BP service station network reported the risk of fatigue on tours of the bridge from the 15th of August.

-the objective is to educate motorists that the accidents caused by fatigue can be avoided with simple measures such as rest and drink a soft drink, that helps to maintain the capacity of attention to the wheel

– as part of this special device, installed information points in petrol stations and rest areas of BP in the concienció of the importance of detecting the symptoms of fatigue and there have been recommendations to adopt healthy habits

-the past weekend coincided with the patron of a number of locations where the binomial parties and alcohol is present at many times of the day, which is usually a risk on the road. In addition, fatigue and night driving, increased fatigue and cause a large number of accidents

Madrid, 2011-August during the past weekend, including the holiday Monday, August 15, have been more than 6 millions of displacements in one of the moments of greatest intensity of traffic on Spanish roads throughout the yearto the match which starts vacation, returning from their summer break, along with those who took this long weekend to take a few days of rest. In addition, during this bridge were also held the patron saint of many localities, what does increase the short journeys. In any case, the fatigue and sleepiness, coupled with the increase in traffic, it causes an increase in the risk of an accident. To highlight this problem, the RACE, ANFABRA, DGT and the BP service station network launch action to raise awareness of fatigue and drowsiness.

The RACE – Royal Automobile Club of Spain, ANFABRA Association of soft drinks and the Directorate General of traffic (DGT), with the collaboration of the BP service station network, have chosen one of the year’s busiest bridges to a special device to raise awareness about the risk of fatigue on these routes. To do this, installed information points served by RACE monitors in various BP service stations distributed by the national geography. There, was provided to users of vehicle brochures containing recommendations to adopt healthy habits during driving, emphasizing the need to maintain the body properly hydrated and avoid alcohol consumption provided that it will lead. This awareness-raising action is part of the prevention campaign of the fatigue which, under the motto A refresh, your best fuel ”, takes place during these summer months, paying special attention to moments of much traffic, which has been the past weekendwhich increases the circulation intensity.

It is important to remember that the fatigue is the fourth leading cause of death on Spanish roads. According to various studies, stop every two hours, small stretching and drink a soft drink, which helps maintain good hydration and adds sugar important for maintaining attention, are good habits to prevent the risk of accident by fatigue.

Lack of rest, dehydration, heat, the consumption of alcohol, stress, etc. are some of the causes of fatigue. This causes a decrease in attention to driving and increases in 86% of the time of reaction against an obstacle, which increases the risk of an accident. Furthermore, drive without rest means fail to see 40% of the signals.

But drivers remain unaware of the risks, for what it does not detect its symptoms on time and not taking appropriate preventive measures. Thus, according to the findings of the study on fatigue and driving 2011 ” prepared for the RACE and ANFABRA to discuss habits to the steering wheel and level of knowledge and perception of the risk of Spanish drivers, 75 per cent of respondents suffered sleepiness at the wheel and a 60% loss of concentration.

Patron and alcohol

Other risks for road safety in these days is the consumption of alcohol. In August coincided with the patron saint of many Spanish cities. These celebrations often drink alcohol and then take the car. For this reason, in the campaign it was stressed that alcohol and driving are incompatible, because that is not only an infringement, but also multiplies the risk of accident nine. In addition, fatigue, night driving, travel by road secondary, common in these days, make the risk of accidents may trigger.

Tips for the displacement of 15 August

Road safety requires that the driver is in the best conditions when he gets behind the wheel. Incorporate good habits is the best way to improve security and reduce the risks.

– take the leadership in a relaxed manner and do not try to recover the time lost after a jam. The goal is to reach out and get well.

– must comply with and respect the rules of movement.

-fatigue and sleep are present in much of the traffic accidents. Heaviness in your eyes flicker constant,… are alarm symptoms: stand and rest.

-each stop should last at least fifteen minutes, get off the car and take a snack. Click here for desentumecimiento of the joints and back stretching exercises.

· fitting the seat (bench and support), the headrest and make an adjustment in depth and height of the wheel. Travel comfortably reduces the cramps and aches muscle.

-Alcohol and driving are always incompatible. Never drink if you are driving, however short the journey.

– stay hydrated. The symptoms of dehydration appear relatively soon on long trips and in summer, and cause the reduction of the attention, abotargamiento, headache, tiredness and muscle fatigue.

-some medications can cause drowsiness or affect vision or coordination. talk to your doctor before starting the journey.

-Take the same precautions when making short journeys that in long-haul. Secondary roads cause a large number of accidents fatal.

-one last tip: when you stop, take a refreshing drink that, in addition to moisturize it, help clearing it, improve its levels of care.