Bus and coach | Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency

Medication is an issue of concern for all professional drivers in the passenger services sector.

Use our resources to learn more about this important health and safety issue.

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What's the issue

Practical tips for drivers

Chapter 1 - Introduction

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Chapter 2 - 'Know' - talking with healthcare professionals

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Chapter 3 - 'Check/Stop' - noticing your own impairment

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Chapter 4 - 'Check/Stop' - noticing someone else is impaired

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Chapter 5 - 'Stop' - talking to the boss when you feel impaired

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Chapter 6 - Summary

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Practical tips for leaders

Chapter 1 - Introduction

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Chapter 2 - Noticing impairment

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Chapter 3 - Responding positively

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Chapter 4 - Solutions

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Chapter 5 - Health and safety - a substance impaired driving policy

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Chapter 6 - Summary

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Are you safe to drive?

Find out more about the impact of medication on your driving ability

Traffic and travel information

Driver licences

Commercial driving

Walking, cycling and public transport

Planning and investment