Fatigue – The Silent Killer
Fatigue is one of the major causes of fatal crashes in the Mackay and Isaac regions. It accounts for almost 20% of fatal crashes and is one of the Fatal 5. However, fatigue related crashes can be avoided, as long as motorists pay attention to the warning signs and take safety precautions. To address this […]
Single Transport Services
Resource Centre of Excellence
Centurion
Isaac Region
Mackay Regional Council
Resource Industry Network
321 Green Reflector
The use of 3-2-1 Green Reflectors is to provide enhanced safety for heavy vehicle drivers using informal heavy vehicle stopping places. Informal stopping places, or rest areas, are not formally provided or maintained by The Department of Transport and Main Roads, but show obvious signs of use by heavy vehicles. The intent is to provide […]
Drink Driving – Face the Consequences
Statistics from Queensland Police show that around 25% of fatal car crashes in our district involve driving under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol consupmtion affects phsycial and mental functioning, leading to cognitive impairment such as on judgement, memory, coordination and reaction time. These crashes could be avoided by people making smarter, safer decisions before getting […]
Lights & Road Safety
Lights on and Live The Lights on and Live campaign, an initiative of the Road Accident Action Group (RAAG) was funded by Arrow Energy through the Brighter Futures community investment program. This campaign aired on television and radio in Mackay and Moranbah in February 2016. The ads encourage drivers to turn on their headlights during […]