All motorists should have certain safety equipment that could be used in case of an emergency
Reflector Triangle
All motor vehicles (excluding motorcycles) should have these at all times. The reflector should be used when the motor vehicle for any given reason stops on the road. These should be placed 60 metres ahead and 60 metres behind a disabled vehicle.
First aid kit
A fully equipped first aid kit should have the following items - gauze dressings, triangular bandages, rolled bandages, safety pins, disposable sterile gloves, tweezers, scissors, alcohol-free cleansing wipes, sticky tape, antiseptic cream, painkillers such as paracetamol, antihistamine tablets, distilled water for cleaning wounds, eye wash and eye bath.
Tools Box
Tools such as a jack and spanner can be used to do minimal repair when the vehicle is disabled.
Fire Extinguisher
This enables the motorist to deal with fire emergencies. Ensure that the fire extinguisher is inspected regularly to ensure that it is good working condition.
Fire Axe
In the event of a fire, the fire axe is a handy tool to rescue passengers.
Tow ropes
This rope is reinforced to handle the weight of the car and can be used to tow vehicles in case of a breakdown.
Spare tyre
It is important to have an inflated spare tyre and restore the deflated tyre back as soon as possible. This tyre should be inflated.
Jumpstart Cable
The jumpstart cable is used to reignite the engine.
Survival Gear
This is particularly important for motorists operating in places with extreme conditions such as extreme cold, extreme heat and rough terrain that is likely to damage the car. Survival gear may include blankets, a torch, a small supply food and water.
Reflector Triangle
All motor vehicles (excluding motorcycles) should have these at all times. The reflector should be used when the motor vehicle for any given reason stops on the road. These should be placed 60 metres ahead and 60 metres behind a disabled vehicle.
First aid kit
A fully equipped first aid kit should have the following items - gauze dressings, triangular bandages, rolled bandages, safety pins, disposable sterile gloves, tweezers, scissors, alcohol-free cleansing wipes, sticky tape, antiseptic cream, painkillers such as paracetamol, antihistamine tablets, distilled water for cleaning wounds, eye wash and eye bath.
Tools Box
Tools such as a jack and spanner can be used to do minimal repair when the vehicle is disabled.
Fire Extinguisher
This enables the motorist to deal with fire emergencies. Ensure that the fire extinguisher is inspected regularly to ensure that it is good working condition.
Fire Axe
In the event of a fire, the fire axe is a handy tool to rescue passengers.
Tow ropes
This rope is reinforced to handle the weight of the car and can be used to tow vehicles in case of a breakdown.
Spare tyre
It is important to have an inflated spare tyre and restore the deflated tyre back as soon as possible. This tyre should be inflated.
Jumpstart Cable
The jumpstart cable is used to reignite the engine.
Survival Gear
This is particularly important for motorists operating in places with extreme conditions such as extreme cold, extreme heat and rough terrain that is likely to damage the car. Survival gear may include blankets, a torch, a small supply food and water.
