DRIVER'S HANDBOOK

Chapter 11: Driving Emergencies and Collisions

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    1. Standard Emergency Equipment — shovel, tow rope or chain, booster cables, flashlight, first-aid kit, basic tool kit, flares and fire extinguisher.
    2. Winter Emergency Equipment — all of #1 plus hatchet, chains or metal mats, windshield scraper, snow brush, gas line anti-freeze, winter clothing, winter boots, winter hat, mitts and blankets
    3. Winter Survival Kit — all of #1 and #2 plus waterproof matches, compact stove with fuel, candles, sheet of plastic or canvas, light rope, blaze orange flag, carbon dioxide indicator, aluminum foil, tissues, 1.5 kg metal cans with plastic lids, dry foods and soups and plastic utensils

    Always ensure your vehicle’s fuel tank is full when driving in winter conditions. If you become stranded, your chances of survival are better when you stay with your vehicle.