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Just thought I would bring this to the top again. Was able to put these topics to good use last night while helping Fuzzytoaster change a tire on a 5 ton in the dark on a two lane road with no shoulder. Had the neon green reflective vest on, and decided to put some of my magnetic flashing...

I will pose this question, as I am unsure of it one way or the other. Is it better to turn on any rear facing flood lights or work lights that are on the disabled vehicle, or better to leave them off? Logic says that any light that defines a fixed object and working people on a roadside is good...

98, I fully agree and practice the same strategy.

Problem with people running flashers in inclement weather is that when someone does stop on the roadside and turn on their flashers, people think they are in a lane and moving with traffic up until they get over and slam into the parked vehicle.

Exactly. When I park on a shoulder I turn my wheel to the right though, so if it gets rear ended it will roll into the ditch instead of out into traffic causing an even larger and possibly deadly accident.

Another thing worth mentioning: when you come to a stop on a roadside, ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS check your mirror and watch the traffic coming up behind you for at least 30 seconds or longer before opening your door or even unbuckling your seatbelt. If possible, exit the vehicle from the passenger...

I will add that it is inadvisable to wear camouflage rain gear without the use of an accompanying reflective vest during roadside events, especially at night in driving rain. Been there, don't that, felt the mirrors scrape my chest and back. That was retrieving a lost 14.00-20 Goodyear and rim...

I keep four of these onboard my truck at all times as well. Very useful when towing something you didn't expect to tow with no lights on it. And VERY bright at night on the side of the road. I put three behind my truck and one on the tailgate. I got mine from Autozone for $20 and they have...

This thread is dedicated to preserving the life of our members and their families and friends. Any and all competent suggestions and procedures to improve personnel safety in the event of a roadside emergency is welcome to be posted here. PLEASE for the sake of the thread do not argue the merits...