Blind spots of heavy vehicles

Blind spots are a great danger for pedestrians and other road users, because these areas of the road are outside the driver's field of vision. On construction site, the optimal conditions are not always met.

This is why it is always good to remember the safety tips to prevent accidents between pedestrians and heavy vehicles on construction sites!

 

Here are some tips to better take blind spots into account and avoid accidents

 

 

 

DO YOU DRIVE A HEAVY VEHICLE?

Anticipation and verification

 

When driving, be aware of people walking near your vehicle, especially at urban intersections.

• Monitor and anticipate the movements of people.

• Don't assume that your maneuvers are predictable.

• Make sure your mirrors are in good condition, clear, and properly adjusted.

• Keep your headlights on at all times (to see and be visible).

• Use turn signals at intersections to signal your intentions.

• Be careful when making a right turn at an intersection and your vehicle must encroach into the adjacent lane or the shoulder to make the turn.

 

 

ARE YOU NEAR A HEAVY VEHICLE?

Make sure you are seen: a rule that can save your life

 

When driving near a heavy vehicle, always make eye contact with the driver. Otherwise, assume he hasn't seen you.

• Avoid being in the blind spots of a heavy vehicle.

• Make sure its driver has seen you before crossing in front of it. If in doubt, let it go.

• Pay attention to vehicle turn signals at intersections.

• Be visible (light-colored clothing, reflective strips, etc.).

• Remember that the driver will not hear you if you try to signal your presence.

 

Source : https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/securite-routiere/comportements/angles-morts/conseils-securite/

 

 

 

Tools are available to help with driver vigilance;

Optimize your vision and secure your environment by installing a camera: 

 

Please note, these safety systems are tools to help the operator's vigilance. Just installing them will not eliminate all accidents, but it can certainly help reduce the number of accidents. No matter what position you occupy, driver or pedestrian, vigilance is essential.

 

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NBS-Cam Standard Système de caméra standard filaire Ensemble de caméra filaire offert en différents formats. Des ensembles préétablis sont offerts avec au choix un moniteur vue simple ou multiple pour la gestion de plusieurs caméras sur un même écran.

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NBS-Cam sans-fil Système de caméra sans-fil La gamme sans fil convient parfaitement pour les applications dont il est difficile, voire impossible de passer des câbles. (Ex. chariot élévateur). L’installation est alors simplifiée.

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NBS-CAM HD Système de caméra Haute-définition Le gamme haute-définition offre une image de qualité supérieure. En effet, avec une résolution de 1080P, les caméras NBS HD offrent une meilleure définition de l’image.

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NBS-Cam détection radar Système de détection radar Système anti-collision qui aide à prévenir les accidents entre les objets / piétons et les véhicules lourds. Il est principalement utilisé sur les équipements lourds et les véhicules commerciaux. Il fournit une alerte visuelle et sonore aux opérateurs pour éviter tout danger potentiel.

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NBS-Cam 360° Système de caméra 360° Le système de vision panoramique NBS offre simultanément une vue arrière, avant et latérale claire de votre conduite. Permet d’obtenir une véritable vision “surround” de la conduite avec image HD 1080P. Il est spécialement conçu pour les camions, les autobus, les véhicules lourds et bien plus.

 

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Pedestrian detection system    A tool to aid in the detection of people and obstacles designed for mobile equipment. It consists of the camera housing, a processing unit and a screen. Installed on the front, rear and / or sides of machines, the system distinguishes a man from another obstacle in real time thanks to a specific stereoscopic camera designed to withstand harsh environments.

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