GEM Motoring Assist produce a range of road safety leaflets available free of charge to road safety officers and members of the public alike. To order copies please complete the order form.
Kill the conversation not yourself
The inappropriate use of mobile phones both by road users and others can lead to annoyance, accidents and even death or injury.
Don't Motor on Meds
Whether you are taking medicines prescribed by your doctor or using a remedy bought over the counter at a pharmacy you should check to make sure that they will not affect your ability to drive. This leaflet provides more information on this important issue.
Printable PDF of the Motor on Meds leaflet
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Motorists Breakdown and Emergency Guide
Being involved in a collision or a breakdown can be stressful and traumatic. Following the advice in this guide will help you to ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers. It will also help you to prevent the causes that lead to such incidents.
Printable PDF of the Motorists Breakdown and Emergency Guide
Winter Driving
Unexpected severe weather conditions often mean that drivers are not prepared for the worst. Being ready for winter motoring conditions, even when the day feels comfortably warm, will allow for safer and more confident driving. In this booklet you’ll find guidance and useful hints about coping with snow, ice, fog, heavy rain and hail, and provides a quick check-list to ensure your vehicle is properly prepared as well as a journey-planning guide.
Printable PDF of the Winter Driving leaflet
Courtesy on the Road
Produced in conjunction with the Campaign For Courtesy this leaflet explains why adopting a courteous approach to driving will not only make journeys less stressful but also make them safer. It includes the 10 point courtesy code for driving.
Printable PDF of the Courtesy on the Road leaflet
A Guide to Safer Cycling
As fuel prices rise and commuter congestion increases, more and more people are discovering the enjoyment of pedal power. This leaflet contains important information on cycling and the law as well as useful advice on how to reduce the risks you face as a vulnerable road user. There are sections on bicycle maintenance, carrying infants, family cycling and the use of helmets and high visibility clothing.
Your Introduction to Driving in Europe
Driving on the mainland of Europe for business or pleasure is commonplace and straightforward for many UK drivers. The variations in rules and regulations between each of the European countries have been gradually reducing over recent years. This booklet contains some of the basic facts and requirements regarding driving in mainland Europe including journey and route planning, right-side driving, documentation requirements and breakdown advice.
Printable PDF of Your Introduction to Driving in Europe
Personal Safety on the Road
A guide to personal safety for drivers produced in consultation with The Suzy Lamplugh Trust. Personal Safety on the Road covers the most commonly feared crises such as road rage, breaking down in a vulnerable situation and coping after an accident, to more mundane, but potentially escalating situations such as the occupant of a car attempting to intimidate another driver.
Printable PDF of Personal Safety on the Road leaflet
Driver Assessment
People often feel the need to review their driving when they undergo a sudden change in their lifestyle or personal circumstances ... the birth of a new child can often make parents or grandparents look at their responsibilites behind the wheel in a different light. The 'Experienced Driver Assessment' is a low-cost way for people who have been driving for some time to find out whether their driving skills are up to scratch. The scheme has been specially designed by RoSPA and GEM. (This application form is only avaliable as a single item and cannot be provided in bulk supplies).
Road Sign Test sheet
Reaction Timer Card
Do you have the reactions of Michael Schumacher or a sloth on its day off? The 'Reaction Timer Card' is a fun item which measures reaction time for a simple task. Teams of two players can use card to indicate how fast their partner's reaction is. It will make you stop and think about your driving skills and is designed to promote awareness of stopping distances and explains the '2 second rule' an ideal 'ice breaker' for driving instructors, clubs, pub quiz nights etc.
For copies of any of the leaflets listed above, please complete the order form.