Workplace training and safety blog

Driving a work car
Posted in Defensive Driving

Driving a work car

This course will prepare you for driving a manual or automatic vehicle on the roads around Darwin, you will learn some defensive driving skills to help you out in the dry or wet season.  Things you will learn pre-start check: What is it, Why is it important, How often should it be done. Things that…

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Changing a Flat Tyre on a Toyota Prado

Safety tips for changing tyres on 4WD vehiclesThe first safety tip to consider when changing a tyre is to find suitable ground for the tyre change.  You want to find a level solid base away from danger, like passing cars.The second safety tip when doing a tyre change is to make sure the vehicle is secure,…

AANT Road Safety Award Finalists
Posted in Defensive Driving, Safety

AANT Road Safety Award Finalists

Train Safe NT is a finalist for the AANT Road Safety Awards 2021.Train Safe NT was presented as a Finalist in the AANT Road Safety Award by Edon Bell, Senior Manager Retail & Operations, AANT at the 2021 Northern Territory Community Achievement Awards Presentation ceremony held at the Doubletree by…

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Wet roads and water crossings beware

Water crossing can be pretty dangerous, the strength of the water pushing against the car can wash it off the road or crossing.  This can be dangerous, however a few hints may help you cross water safely, but beware if you are worried do not cross the river or water.  See video.  Advice given by James…

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Car battery can fail

If your car battery is old and what I mean by old is greater than two (2) years old, it may fail very soon.  Most batteries for 4WD vehicles or Toyota 4x4 vehicles usually last 2 years in the Top End of the Northern Territory.    The battery terminal may have blue powder or corrosion, this can be caused…