25-02-17, 11:40 PM
As a blue light driver I can tell you that you get 3 dispensations in law.
- Break the speed limit, where appropriate.
- Treat red traffic lights as a give way.
- And can drive right of a keep left sign.
Every other part of the Road Traffic Act has to be adhered to. When parking in an emergency then it may be necessary to park in less than ideal places however this is only to be for as long as is required for the emergency. If the emergency is resolved/de-escalated then you have to move your vehicle. If there is an accident caused as a result then regardless of how stupid the other driver is, the blue light driver will be held liable.
- Break the speed limit, where appropriate.
- Treat red traffic lights as a give way.
- And can drive right of a keep left sign.
Every other part of the Road Traffic Act has to be adhered to. When parking in an emergency then it may be necessary to park in less than ideal places however this is only to be for as long as is required for the emergency. If the emergency is resolved/de-escalated then you have to move your vehicle. If there is an accident caused as a result then regardless of how stupid the other driver is, the blue light driver will be held liable.