It is a driver’s obligation to give way to an emergency vehicle sounding a siren, bell or flashing lights wherever practicable and to make every reasonable effort to give these vehicles a clear and uninterrupted passage.
You must be alert for emergency vehicles and regularly check your mirrors. When an emergency vehicle approaches, you must:
- Slow down and merge left or stay left
- If unable to merge safely, hold your position attempting to let the vehicle overtake
- Not create a dangerous situation by moving suddenly or making an illegal manoeuvre
At intersections, motorists must stop safely if possible and wait, even on a green light. When clear, the emergency vehicle will move off and motorists can proceed, provided the light is green.
(RACQ Refresh p82-83)
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