Most of
these rules are obvious, especially if you have done group trips before, but
just to make sure there are no misunderstandings, we suggest the following:
(These are courtesy of a 4WD club)
Most of
these rules are obvious, especially if you have done group trips before, but
just to make sure there are no misunderstandings, we suggest the following:
(These are courtesy of a 4WD club)
(a)
We must observe road rules
at all times.
(b) The
driver is responsible for the following vehicle. At intersections the driver
should not move on until the vehicle behind is turning into the correct road or
track.
(c)
Should the convoy become
separated, pull to the side of the road and wait for a member of the previous
party to return. If you have a CB, inform the Trip Leader. Do not proceed any
further except on explicit radio instruction from Trip Leaders.
(d) Gates:
(1)
The first vehicle will open gate, the following vehicles to stop in turn
in gateway to prevent stock from passing, and the last vehicle to close the
gate.
(e)
Keep a safe distance
behind the vehicle in front at all times especially in hilly country, heavy
dust, and wet roads.
(f)
Allow the vehicle in front
to clear an obstacle before you attempt to follow. Upon clearing obstacle remain
in sight until the following vehicle also clears the obstacle, then move to
safer ground or continue.
(g)
Always use existing tracks
and clear any obstructions on the track where possible, otherwise select detours
which will cause minimal damage to the environment.
(h)
Vehicles wanting to leave
the convoy for any reason must wave on remainder of convoy and inform another
vehicle of his intentions. No vehicle to pass the Trip Leader unless told by the
Trip Leader to do so.
(i)
Keep a safe distance
during any recovery operation.
(j)
Beach
(1)
Always use existing tracks for access to and from beaches.
(2)
Vehicles are not to be driven over vegetated foreshores, or dune areas.
(3)
ALL ROAD RULES apply when driving on beaches.
(k) Dispose
of your rubbish in a proper manner. If receptacles are provided, use them, if
not, take rubbish from the site with you for proper disposal later. Burying
rubbish is not acceptable. Do not throw your ring pull tops etc on the ground.