Rule 43 : Visibility and Signaling Requirements for Your Vehicle

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Rule 43 : Visibility and Signaling Requirements for Your Vehicle

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS ( THE " MUSTS " )

Mandatory Equipment Usage

If your vehicle is fitted with lights , indicators , and horns , you are legally required to use them just like any other road vehicle .

Nighttime Lighting is Mandatory

According to Law UICHR reg 9 , lights MUST be used when operating your vehicle at night .

PROACTIVE VISIBILITY ( THE " SHOULDS " )

Awareness of Other Road Users

Always operate under the assumption that other road users may not see you , requiring constant vigilance .

High - Visibility Clothing

Increase your profile by wearing a reflective jacket , especially during the day and at dusk .

Vehicle Enhancements

Apply reflective strips to the back of the vehicle to make it stand out to approaching traffic .

Critical Visibility Windows

Extra caution and visibility measures should be taken during daytime and dusk , not just at night .