Driving Safely Through Intersections and Roundabouts
Intersections are high-risk areas that are the site of too many crashes in BC. Driver error is a major factor, which means training and educating employees can help prevent most crashes.
Webinar content
Intersections are high-risk areas that are the site of too many crashes in BC. Driver error is a major factor, which means training and educating employees can help prevent most crashes.
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
- The rules for safely driving through intersections, roundabouts, traffic circles, and 2-way and 4-way stops.
- The most common errors drivers make.
- Tips for building safe driving habits.
- How to use Road Safety at Work and ICBC resources to help train employees.
Videos on key topics
These videos cover some of the main points about driving safely through intersections and roundabouts. They run 1.5 to 5.5 minutes each. They are drawn from our Driving Safely Through Intersections and Roundabouts webinar and the Road Safety at Work library.
Why Intersections and Roundabouts Challenge Drivers
Up to 20% of crashes in BC happen at intersections. Most of them result from driver error. Learn about the most common driver mistakes and how to avoid them by adopting safe habits at the wheel. (2:32)
Presented by Gord Woodward, Communications Manager for Road Safety at Work.
The Rules for Intersections
There are 2 basic types of intersections in BC. Learn the rules you need to follow when driving through them, what different traffic lights indicate, and the rules for yielding when there are no lights. (2:56)
Presented by Trace Acres, Program Director for Road Safety at Work.
The Rules for Roundabouts
Roundabouts and traffic circles are becoming more common in BC. Learn which lane to choose, how to correctly use your turn signal, and when to yield the right of way. (5:19)
Presented by Trace Acres, Program Director for Road Safety at Work.
The Rules for 4-way and 2-way Stops
Uncertainty about who goes first at 2-way and 4-way stops can lead to hesitation, miscommunication, or even collisions. Drivers can use these tips and an ICBC resource to better understand who has the right of way. (1:48)
Presented by Gord Woodward, Communications Manager for Road Safety at Work.
Safe Driving Habits in Intersections and Roundabouts
Knowing and following the rules is important but driving also requires safety habits. Learn 5 practical things you can do, and 3 driving decisions to avoid, each time you’re at an intersection, roundabout, or traffic circle. (4:56)
Presented by Gord Woodward, Communications Manager for Road Safety at Work.
What Employers can do to Reduce Intersection Risks for Employees
Employers need to help employees navigate intersections safely. Learn how to use Road Safety at Work resources to create a policy, engage employees with the right questions, and get key points for a tailgate talk. (1:41)
Presented by Trace Acres, Program Director for Road Safety at Work.
Full webinar video: Driving Safely Through Intersections and Roundabouts
Slides
You can download a PDF of the webinar slides. The file includes links to the resources mentioned by the presenters.