Road Users Requiring Extra Care

Learners and inexperienced drivers. They may not be so skilful at anticipating and responding to events. Be particularly patient with learner drivers and young drivers. - [Rule 217](rule_217)

Be careful of electric vehicles such as milk floats and trams. Trams move quickly but silently. (Context implies the silence of electric vehicles is the hazard). - [Rule 224](rule_224)

blind or partially sighted people, who may be carrying a white cane using a guide dog. They may not be able to see you approaching. - [Rule 207](rule_207)

Vehicles with flashing amber beacons. These warn of a slow-moving or stationary vehicle (such as a traffic officer vehicle, salt spreader, snow plough or recovery vehicle) or abnormal loads, so approach with caution. - [Rule 225](rule_225)

If you are following a large vehicle, such as a bus or articulated lorry, be aware that the driver may not be able to see you in the mirrors. Be prepared to stop and wait if it needs room or time to turn. - [Rule 221](rule_221)

You should look and listen for ambulances, fire engines, police, doctors or other emergency vehicles using flashing blue, red or green lights and sirens.... - [Rule 219](rule_219)

On narrow sections of road, horse riders may ride in the centre of the lane. Allow them to do so for their own safety to ensure they can see and be seen. - [Rule 213](rule_213)

people with disabilities. People with hearing impairments may not be aware of your vehicle approaching. Those with walking difficulties require more time. - [Rule 207](rule_207)

Be patient, as larger vehicles are subject to lower speed limits than cars and motorcycles. - [Rule 222](rule_222)

Take great care and treat all horses as a potential hazard; they can be unpredictable, despite the efforts of their rider/driver. - [Rule 215](rule_215)