PEDAL CYCLISTS
69 a. Keep as near to the left of the road as possible except you are about to turn right or overtake
b. Ride in single file
c. Do not hold on to another vehicle or cyclist
d. Do not ride too closely behind a moving vehicle
e. Do not carry anything that will interfere with the proper control of your machine
f. Never ride without holding the handle bar.
g. Do not ride without lights after sundown.
h. Equip your cycle or machine with head lights, tail lamps and reflectors
i. Observe all other rules applicable to motorists
RAILWAY LEVEL CROSSING
70. A level crossing is where the road crosses railway lines. Always approach and cross it with care. If there is a stop sign or stop light signal it should be obeyed. If there is no stop sign slow down and be prepared to stop, look in both directions and listen before you cross the lines. If there are gates, stop as the gateman Signals you to do so, and proceed only when he so indicates NEVER STOP YOUR VEHICLE ON THE LINES.
If the crossing is equipped with a flashing light signal be prepared to stop as soon as the light begins to flash. Do not cross until flashing light has stopped. Before moving off, look both ways, listen and make sure it is safe to cross the lines.
LIGHTS
71. Always drive within the limits of your headlights at nights. Dip your headlights when approaching oncoming vehicles, following another vehicle, in areas with adequate street lighting. And in. daytime when it is misty.
Never drive a vehicle on the road at nights without adequate lights. Never drive your vehicle with the hazard light in operation.
STOPPING AND PARKING
72. The following rules should be observed before you stop or park your vehicle. Before you or your passenger open the door make sure it will not hit anyone passing on the road or sidewalk or force them to swerve. Watch out for children, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists. It is safer to get out on the side nearest to the kerb.
Switch off engine and headlights and pull up the handbrake firmly before leaving the vehicle. Always lock your vehicle. Do nil park your vehicle where it endangers or inconveniences pedestrians or other road users. (Other rules on Pages 19 & 60)
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