What should you do when you’re unsure whether it’s safe to reverse your vehicle?

All-round observation is just as important when you’re reversing as it is when you’re going forward.

• Check for other road users before you reverse; motorcycles, cyclists and pedestrians are more difficult to see.
• Check to the rear, particularly for children playing behind the vehicle.
• Check all round – forward, behind, over both shoulders and in all mirrors. Do this before you reverse.
• If in doubt, get out and check.
• Keep checking all the time you’re moving backwards, particularly behind you and to the sides, and especially at the point of turning.

Always be ready to stop.