Tailgate Talks are short lessons that can be delivered to small groups of learners outside of a traditional classroom. This category lists all Tailgate Talk activities.
Which of the following are excuses used by people who committed murder as a result of road rage? “He cut me off on the highway.” “She was only driving the posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour.” “He wouldn’t turn off his high beams.” ANSWER: All of these are actual excuses offered by people who …
From a physics point of view, what would happen if you or your passengers were not wearing a seat belt and the car was brought to a sudden and abrupt halt by a collision with a big tree? ANSWERS Everyone inside the vehicle will move in the direction of impact until they are stopped by …
Here are some helpful Do’s and Don’ts for seat belts. DO – Wear your shoulder belt snugly over your shoulder and across the center of your chest. DON’T – Tuck a shoulder belt behind your arm or back, or wear across your neck or face. DON’T – Adjust your seat so far back that the …
An estimated 9% of Texans are not buckling up, and nearly 1,000 Texans killed in car crashes were known to not be properly restrained in 2014 (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Let’s watch this 40-second video of the impact a seat belt can make. Now imagine four close friends or family members in your …
Have you ever been in the car for a short time (ex: backing out of the driveway, going a few blocks to the store) where you don’t buckle up? Before you drive away, do you turn around to make sure everyone in your car has a seat belt on? If you are riding in a …
Driving a car backwards is a practiced skill! According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, from 2008 to 2011, an average of 41% of non-occupant traffic injuries were caused by a car backing up into someone. The use of safe vehicle backing tips by employers and employees can help prevent accidents while on the …
Have you ever had a close call, a time when your vehicle was out of control? What did you do to regain control? Here are some techniques for regaining control of your vehicle in different situations. What to do in inclement weather. In these conditions the best thing you can do is slow down. This …
There are so many different types of intersections, it can be hard to remember the rules for using them! Here’s a list of tips for each type. Two-Way Intersection: Check both ways when arriving at the intersection. Pedestrians, emergency vehicles or impaired drivers may be traveling the wrong way. T-Intersection: The major road, or the …
One modern train engineer recently stated, “There are two types of train engineers—those who have hit someone on the tracks—and those who will.” Why would he say that? Think about it for a moment, and put yourself in his place. Here’s why: Train engineers know the extreme distance it takes to bring a hulking moving …
