Measures
Especially information
The possibilities of doing anything about fatigue in traffic are limited. Information (campaigns) can make ordinary drivers aware of the dangers. For professional drivers there are regulations for driving and resting hours. The application of, and compliance with, these must be stimulated within the whole haulage industry, preferably in combination with a broader outlook on safety (safety culture).
Technical aids to automatically detect driver fatigue are also expected in the future. These systems can warn the driver by means of acoustic signals, or even intervene by correcting the car's course. At the moment, these systems are not yet suitable for practical application.
For more details: Factsheet 'Fatigue in traffic, causes and effects' (pdf).
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