Rule 242 ↗
You MUST NOT leave your vehicle or trailer in a dangerous position or where it causes any unnecessary obstruction of the road.
Laws RTA 1988 sect 22 & CUR reg 103
Rule 242 : Safe Positioning and Road Obstruction
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Rule 242 : Safe Positioning and Road Obstruction
PROHIBITED ACTIONS
No Dangerous Positioning Drivers are legally prohibited from leaving a vehicle or trailer in any position that poses a danger to other road users .
LEGAL FRAMEWORK
Road Traffic Act 1988 This rule is enforced under Section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 , providing a statutory basis for the requirement .
Avoid Unnecessary Obstruction The rule forbids leaving a vehicle where it creates a hindrance or blockage to the road that is deemed unnecessary .
Scope Includes Trailers These regulations apply equally to motorized vehicles and any trailers being towed or left stationary on the roadway .
CUR Regulation 103 The Road Vehicles ( Construction and Use ) Regulations ( Regulation 103 ) further supports the prohibition against causing obstructions on the road .