Rules of the Road : Sharing Space with Trams

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Highway Code Rule 302

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Rule 302 ↗
You MUST NOT park your vehicle where it would get in the way of trams or where it would force other drivers to do so. Do not stop on any part of a tram track, except in a designated bay where this has been provided alongside and clear of the track. When doing so, ensure that all parts of your vehicle are outside the delineated tram path. Remember that a tram cannot steer round an obstruction.

Law RTRA sects 5 & 8

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Rules of the Road : Sharing Space with Trams

PROHIBITED ACTIONS

No Stopping on Tracks

Drivers must not stop on any part of a tram track at any time , except in very specific designated areas .

Avoid Indirect Obstructions

You are prohibited from parking in a way that forces other drivers to block or move onto the tram tracks .

CORRECT PARKING PROCEDURES

FIXED - PATH LIMITATION

Trams fellow a fixed rail system and cannot steer around your vehicle if it is obstructing their path .

Identify Designated Bays

Only stop in bays specifically provided alongside the tracks that are clearly marked as being clear of the tram's path .

LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Mind the Delineated Path

When using a bay , ensure every part of the vehicle ( including mirrors and bumpers ) is completely outside the marked tram boundary .

Road Traffic Regulation Act

Compliance with Rule 302 is mandated under Law FTRA sections S and 6 .