Module 13: Emergency vehicles
Making way for emergency vehicles
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What you will learn
Respond safely to an approaching emergency vehicle.
- Pulling over
- At intersections and lights
- Passing an emergency scene
Pull over and stop if needed
LawYou must to emergency vehicles that are using flashing red or blue lights or a siren. Move to the left side of the road as soon as it is safe, and stop if necessary to let it pass.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)At intersections
Safe-driving adviceIf you are at traffic lights, stay stopped unless you can move safely out of the way. Don't drive through a red light unless it is safe and necessary. Never stop inside an intersection.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Knowledge check
A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
An ambulance with flashing lights and siren is coming up behind you. What should you do?
Summary
- to vehicles with flashing red/blue lights or sirens.
- Move left and stop when it's safe.
- Keep intersections clear.
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- Official sourceView official source: Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – Land Transport Rules index
- Official sourceView official source: General Road Code (car drivers) (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi