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Fatigue—An Unseen Trap for TruckersAwake!—1997 | August 8
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Warning Signs That Require Immediate Action
• Do you have burning eyes or drooping eyelids?
• Do you imagine things or find yourself daydreaming?
• Does the road seem to be narrower, causing you to drive along the middle line?
• Is your recollection of certain parts of the journey missing?
• Is your use of the steering wheel and brakes more jerky than normal?
Answering yes to just one of the above questions means that you need immediate rest
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Fatigue—An Unseen Trap for TruckersAwake!—1997 | August 8
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On Long-Distance Journeys
• Get enough sleep
• Do not rely on stimulants
• Take rest periods regularly, exercising to limber up
• Bear in mind that monotonous stretches of road are especially dangerous
• Do not start a journey hungry. Train yourself in good eating habits: a light and healthy diet
• Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid alcohol
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