Pre-Drive Safety Check
Fit to Drive Check
Before turning the key, ask yourself these 10 questions. Your safety and the safety of others depends on it.
0 of 10 checked
01
Fatigue
Am I properly rested or am I already tired?
02
Illness
Do I feel unwell in a way that could affect my concentration or reactions?
03
Treatment / Medication
Am I taking medication that could impair my ability to drive?
04
Temperament
Am I angry, stressed, distracted or emotionally affected?
05
Overload
Am I mentally overloaded by stress, work pressure or personal issues?
06
Diet & Hydration
Have I eaten properly and am I hydrated?
07
Reaction Time
Do I feel alert and mentally sharp?
08
Intoxicants
Alcohol, drugs or substances that impair driving.
09
Vigilance
Am I mentally prepared for the road ahead?
10
Environment
Weather, route risk, pressure to rush, schedule stress.
Based on the Fit to Drive Check by the HGV Networking Group. Adapted for DriverWell with permission.