Gloucestershire Older Drivers Forum recently ran a webinar on Post Crash Advice. As a result of the webinar they have created a useful fact sheet on what to do should you come across a collision or are involved in one.
2020 British Red Cross survey found that nearly half of drivers (47%) were unsure how to react in an emergency. Additionally, 59% stated they did not feel confident in providing first aid at the scene.
To read this useful guide Click here
Saturday 22nd February 10:00am – FREE Community Webinar
‘DRIVING SAFELY IN WINTER. POST-CRASH SPECIAL.’
Whilst it is starting to get lighter winter weather continues with all the hazards that it brings to our roads. This month we focus on journey planning and how to be prepared, as much as possible, for the unexpected.
This might include meeting an emergency vehicle on a blue light call or arriving at a scene of a collision before the emergency services have arrived.
To guide us through these challenging scenarios we are delighted to have as our guest presenter Scott Ross MBE. Better known as ‘Rossy’. He is a retired police officer who spent most of his career on Traffic Duties. He is now a RoSPA and IAM Examiner and delivers BikeSafe and Biker Down! courses in Gloucestershire. He was recognised for his services to road safety in this year’s New Year honours.
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On Thursday 23rd January on the ITV Tonight documentary programme they ran a story titled “Older Drivers: Danger at the Wheel?” The programme was very well balanced and certainly worth watching and can be watched by clicking here
In the programme it featured the story of Patricia Colquhoun who lost her son Neil due to an older driver who should never have been on the road. To learn more about this then click here to watch a BBC Inside Out TV programme which covered all about the case. This case is the reason why Rob Heard our chair and founder set up the Older Drivers Forum, and is just one of the reasons why we are passionate about helping and supporting mature motorists to carry on driving safely for longer.
Our Chair ‘Rob Heard’ appeared on the programme and the programme highlighted why as we age we should never become complacent about our driving. We all age differently and this can be shown in the programme. We all need to make sure we are fit and healthy to drive and take practical steps to ensure we continue to be safe behind the wheel, which is why regular Eyesight tests and doing a Voluntary Mature Driver Assessment is a great way to do this.
To read more about Eyesight and driving click here
To find a Mature Driver Assessment in your area suitable for your needs click here
Winter is the time of colds and flu, but over the counter medicines can make one feel drowsy. Cold weather and lack of exercise can increase joint pain and stiffness restricting neck movement. These are examples of conditions that impact driving ability.
In this month’s webinar we will focus on health issues and ways we can maintain fitness to drive.
Our guest presenter is Joe May who has been teaching tai chi for 20 years. Joe will explain how tai chi improves, amongst many things, muscle strength and flexibility which are vital to maintain sensory coordination required for driving. www.passion4laughter.com
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