West Midlands Fire Service Road Casualty Reduction Team provide valuable road safety advice to all road user groups, empowering them to make good choices.
West Midlands
Joined April 2011
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Remember, it's not just about getting there quickly - it's about getting there safely. There's #NoNeedForSpeed.
Learn more about speeding: wmfs.link/37GQui2
#RoadSafety #DrivingSafety #Speeding
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Green Watch have been spreading the word of the free “biker down” course that is aimed at increasing safety and awareness for motorcyclists on our roads. @bcmt_tipton @WMFSRCRT @bikerdownwmfs @WestMidsFire
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@WMFSSolihull @WMFSRCRT delivering car safety education using our VR technology to highlight the dangers of not wearing a seatbelt. #alwayswearyourseatbelt
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Our #BikerDown programme is a free scene safety and first aid course especially for bikers, organised by @WMFSRCRT.
The course involves:
- Incident scene management
- Casualty care
- The science of being seen
More information: wmfs.link/2VJlDXN
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Do you have what it takes to lead one of the country's most progressive fire and rescue services?
Take a look at our Chief Fire Officer vacancy, to see if you have the strategic vision and innovation to succeed.
Apply online: wmfs.link/3xoXqKb
ALT Front of a fire engine with it's door open showing West Midlands Fire Service crest.
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🎅 🎄 #Day20 - "Winter weather is unpredictable. Snow and ice make for slippery surfaces. Always check the weather forecast before you travel. If weather conditions are poor, you may have to rethink your plans. Only make necessary journeys."
#AdventCalendar
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A Christmas Day invitation from @WMFSWoodgate 🎅🏽 🚒
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If you're out for Christmas parties or getting a few mulled wines in at the Christmas market, always get a taxi home. Safely enjoy the festive season with family and friends by making it #NoneForTheRoad
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West Midlands Police and the four Black Country councils will be appearing at the High Court next week to apply for an interim injunction to ban "street racing" across the Black Country region.
We, together with @dudleymbc, @sandwellcouncil, @WalsallCouncil & @WMPolice are applying for an interim High Court injunction to ban #streetracing #carcruising in the Black Country, which will be heard next week. Full story: orlo.uk/7flEe (1/4)
ALT Image shows a logo with the words Street Racers Not Welcome in the Black Country on top of tyre tracks, and the logos of the applicants – City of Wolverhampton Council, Dudley Council, Sandwell Council, Walsall Council and West Midlands Police.
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Have you heard of the 'Fatal 5'? Learn and follow these rules to ensure you avoid being involved in a fatal collision. #DriveSafe
Stay safe at the wheel.
ALT Stay alive, get to know the fatal 5 1 Don't drink and drive 2 Kill your speed 3 Don't get careless 4 Belt up 5 Switch it off
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Our firefighters see the terrible consequences of irresponsible driving far too often. We welcome this legal bid by our Black Country partners to ban street racing.
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Don’t forget. Free clothes at Ladywood fire station next Friday! Tell your friends, clients and partners. Hot drinks will also be available. ☕️🧥🫖👖
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Earlier this year, eight important changes were made to the Highway Code.
They focus on the safety of vulnerable road users, including people walking, cycling and riding horses.
Take time this #RoadSafetyWeek to read up on what's new.
#SafeRoadsForAll
wmfs.link/3WPZN49
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Have you heard of our 'Every Choice Counts' programme?
It's delivered by @WMFSRCRT and aims to empower young drivers and passengers to take to the roads responsibly - perfect for college and university students aged 16-25.
Learn more: wmfs.link/2l7gDy7
#RoadSafetyWeek
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Our prevention duties don't just include fires, our teams have been out on our roads promoting road safety with @WMFSRCRT using speed indication devices. We are striving to understand our roads, where hotpots occur and where our prevention activities are required. #notjustfires
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As darker nights roll in, it's important to remember driver visibility is lower in the dark. Always cross the road at pedestrian crossings, look both ways to ensure traffic has stopped and wait for the little green man to turn before walking!
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To avoid distractions, please put your phone away before getting in your car. Looking at it for just two seconds at 40 mph means you're travelling 33 meters "blind" to what's going on around you. Visit wmfs.link/37GQui2 for more driving safety tips.
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Wearing a seatbelt not only may save your life, but if you're discovered failing to wear one when you're supposed to be, the fine could be as much £500. Make sure you #DriveToArrive and buckle up every time you get in your car. #RoadSafety #SeatbeltsSaveLives
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TYRE CHECK..
1. Tread depth - A minimum of 1.6mm across three quarters of the tyre is the minimum UK legal requirement.
2. Damage - Check there are no cuts or objects imbedded in the tyre.
3. Deterioration - check for bulges and cracks in the rubber (often seen on the sidewalls)
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Wishing all the nominees the best of luck this evening, particularly our very own Qurat Ulain who is a finalist in the “best use of tech in a project” category. @WITAwards #MWIT22
