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H. Any employee with serious medical conditions(diabetes,epilepsy,etc.) (3). Windshield and windshield wipers should discuss fully with their supervisor the impact of these conditions (4). Tires on their assigned tasks. Coworkers in the field should also be made (5). All operational lights. aware of these medical conditions and the location of any medication. (6). Horn. I. Develop equipment lists and check twice before leaving that all (7). Exhaust system. equipment is in the vehicle. Always take a cell phone and let supervisor (8). All side view and rearview mirrors. know the number. (9). Seat belts. J. All HydroFocus employees shall have general knowledge of emergency (10). Oil and all fluid levels. first aid procedures,including CPR. Supervisors may require employees B. Driving Tips. to complete certified instruction in these areas. (1). Keep warning flags,flares,flashlight,first-aid kit,and fire 2. Informational Resources. extinguisher in your vehicle at all times. A. This narrative cannot address all possible terrains,weather,animals, (2). Never consume food or drink while driving. clothing,flora,and other factors associated with field work (3). Before backing either walk around your vehicle to make a last B. All employees who perform activities should be totally familiar with all minute check that nothing or no one is in your way,or have someone possible conditions. who can see all of the area involved guide you. C. Additional mountaineering,wilderness or other sources should be (4). Drive at a speed that permits full control of the vehicle. Consider consulted as necessary for your activity. factors,such as posted speed limits,stop signs,weather,visibility,traffic Travel and road conditions,and safe stopping distance. 1. Defensive Driving (5). Keep well to the right side on narrow roads and blind curves,and be A. The mental and physical state of a driver is especially critical. At no time able to stop your vehicle within half of the visible distance. should alcohol or drugs of any kind of drugs that can impair your driving (6). Never run the engine of a parked vehicle to provide heat,unless a ability be used prior or during motor vehicle operation. window is partially open to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. B. Constantly scan the road ahead and behind to be aware of traffic (7). Keep objects securely tied down and separated from the passenger situations developing near your vehicle. area by a well-anchored partition. Never keep loose items in the front C. Always be on the alert for reckless,illegal or erratic behavior on the part seat,on the dashboard,over the sun visor or on the floorboard. of other drivers and be prepared to adjust your driving to prevent (8). Seat belts should be worn by all occupants when the motor vehicle accidents. is in motion. D. Always be especially courteous to pedestrians. C. Backing Up Maneuvers. E. Always know and observe State and local traffic rules and regulations. (1). Always try to park in an area where you do not have to back up to F. Warnings signals which indicate that you should take a short rest include: return to the highway. (1). Vehicle feels too warm. (2). If you are in a parking lot,back in to the space so you can pull out (2). Muscular tension. into traffic. (3). Eye strain. (3). If you must back up,always do the following: (4). Restlessness;rubbing face,neck or arms;inability to get (a)Walk completely around your vehicle and observe clearances of comfortable. any obstacles. (5). Inattention,or daydreaming. (b)Use both of your side view mirrors to observe conditions behind (6). Hallucinations,that is,misinterpreting shadows,reflections,objects you,scanning left and right and right several times during the on or near the road;resulting in an impulse to strongly control car maneuver. incorrectly. (c)If someone else is in the vehicle,have this individual stand outside (7). Drowsiness,especially after meals. the vehicle to assist you. (8). Feeling that is"OK"to close your eyes just for a second. (d)Back up slowly. 2. General Motor Vehicle Travel(see Motor Vehicle Safety section and (a)When possible,turn your body so that you can look out the back of Inspection List) the vehicle. A. Before driving any assigned vehicle,make a check of the following: D. Expressway Driving. (1). Brakes. A. Always know the State laws for freeway or expressway driving. (2). Steering. B. Always have ample fuel before starting a trip.