A CAR involved in a fatal road traffic collision will form the graphic centrepiece of a display by Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service and Wiltshire Police in Warminster today.
The two emergency services are joining forces to highlight the importance of road safety, with officers giving advice to drivers and passengers on how to stay safe on the roads.
During the display at the Three Horseshoes Mall, which will run from 9.30am to 2.30pm, Warminster firefighters will be showing the hydraulic cutting equipment they use to free people from their vehicles after a collision.
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Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service recently put 20 of its firefighters through a young drivers' education course, organised by the charity Brake.
This training gave the crew members the necessary knowledge and skills to work with young people and teach them about road safety.
The Service also runs a roadshow aimed at 16-17 year olds called Safe Drive, Stay Alive, which is supported by the Police, Great Western Ambulance Service, Wiltshire County Council's road safety unit, Roadpeace and Brake.
Safe Drive, Stay Alive uses powerful personal testimony and dramatic video footage to make the audience aware of the tragedy and suffering caused by road traffic collisions.
Warminster firefighters will be back at the Three Horseshoes Mall on Saturday, again between 9.30am and 2.30pm, to repeat part of the display for weekend visitors to the town centre.
Posted by: Necker, Trowbridge on 9:33pm Thu 15 May 08
It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude.
Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across.
Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.
It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude.
Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across.
Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.
Posted by: Alf, Warminster on 7:47am Fri 16 May 08
[quote][bold]Disgusted of[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]Alf[/bold] wrote: Hope they've got their umbrellas![/quote] That you Russell? [/quote] Eh? No Disgusted my name isn't Russell...
[quote]quote[/quote] It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude.
Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across.
Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.[quote]
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Agreed.
However, bringing in laws similar to bikes whereby the kids can only drive up to a certain cc would help. 1.1 up to a year after passing test, and age related restrictions may be of some benefit.
The car on display yesterday was a powerful sports type, driven by a 20 year old who'd only passed his test a short while before, and it's thought he was racing another car. He died.
I see far too many 5 up hatchbacks upside down because the driver's too inexperienced to know how to go around corners at speed.
Sadly, many more parents will lose their kids before anything changes.
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It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude.
Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across.
Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.
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Agreed.
However, bringing in laws similar to bikes whereby the kids can only drive up to a certain cc would help. 1.1 up to a year after passing test, and age related restrictions may be of some benefit.
The car on display yesterday was a powerful sports type, driven by a 20 year old who'd only passed his test a short while before, and it's thought he was racing another car. He died.
I see far too many 5 up hatchbacks upside down because the driver's too inexperienced to know how to go around corners at speed.
Sadly, many more parents will lose their kids before anything changes.
Posted by: Alex Zivojinovich, Wiltshire on 5:40pm Fri 16 May 08
I recently attended a Motorcycle Action Group meeting in Salisbury where the police employed this tactic by displaying a munched wreck of a motorcycle and details of how the accident came about. It certainly got some attention and a good dialogue between police and riders. Very effective and it does make you think.
I recently attended a Motorcycle Action Group meeting in Salisbury where the police employed this tactic by displaying a munched wreck of a motorcycle and details of how the accident came about. It certainly got some attention and a good dialogue between police and riders. Very effective and it does make you think.
Posted by: GSXRRRSP, WESTBURY on 8:15pm Fri 16 May 08
[quote][bold]CC[/bold] wrote:
[quote]quote[/quote] It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude. Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across. Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.[quote] quote[/quote] Agreed. However, bringing in laws similar to bikes whereby the kids can only drive up to a certain cc would help. 1.1 up to a year after passing test, and age related restrictions may be of some benefit. The car on display yesterday was a powerful sports type, driven by a 20 year old who'd only passed his test a short while before, and it's thought he was racing another car. He died. I see far too many 5 up hatchbacks upside down because the driver's too inexperienced to know how to go around corners at speed. Sadly, many more parents will lose their kids before anything changes. [/quote] do some research you will find something is already in place
CC wrote:
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It's important to show youngsters the results of accidents. Hoever only when they pass the 'I'm immortal' phase do you see changes in attitude. Thi normally happens around mid 20's, until then you 'whistling' into the wind trying to get any message across. Show young speeders and wreckless drivers images of what happens to the human body and how delicate it is when caught in twisted metal. That'll do it.
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Agreed. However, bringing in laws similar to bikes whereby the kids can only drive up to a certain cc would help. 1.1 up to a year after passing test, and age related restrictions may be of some benefit. The car on display yesterday was a powerful sports type, driven by a 20 year old who'd only passed his test a short while before, and it's thought he was racing another car. He died. I see far too many 5 up hatchbacks upside down because the driver's too inexperienced to know how to go around corners at speed. Sadly, many more parents will lose their kids before anything changes.
do some research you will find something is already in place
Usual pleasant manner I see.
Age restrictions are in place for types of vehicles such as over 3500kgs or over 750kgs with trailer.
Other things include new drivers losing their licence if they get more than 6 points within 2 years of passing their test.
However, there isn't a lot to stop a young new driver from getting into a car they aren't experienced enough to drive.
Things in the pipeline need to be brought in more quickly, because as Necker said, they think they are invincible until they get to about 25!
Usual pleasant manner I see.
Age restrictions are in place for types of vehicles such as over 3500kgs or over 750kgs with trailer.
Other things include new drivers losing their licence if they get more than 6 points within 2 years of passing their test.
However, there isn't a lot to stop a young new driver from getting into a car they aren't experienced enough to drive.
Things in the pipeline need to be brought in more quickly, because as Necker said, they think they are invincible until they get to about 25!
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