Road Safety Message #14 | OceanFM

Feeling tired behind the wheel can be just as dangerous as other forms of impaired driving. Fatigue can affect concentration, reaction times and decision-making...

In our latest road safety message, we look at some simple ways to help stay alert when driving. These include staying hydrated, avoiding heavy meals before or during a journey, and taking a break if you begin to feel drowsy .

There are also a number of technologies in modern cars that can help, including driver-alert systems that monitor signs of tiredness and issue warnings when they detect that a driver may need to take a break.

And if you need a little company on the road, listen to Ocean FM as you travel — but remember, no radio programme can replace the need for a proper rest if you're feeling tired.

The message is simple: if you feel drowsy, don't try to push on. Pull over somewhere safe and take a break.

Listen to the full road safety message below and make sure fatigue doesn't become a danger on your journey.