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10.1 ABNORMAL LOAD VEHICLES
- An abnormal load vehicle MUST always be under escort.
- It MUST NOT be on the road between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- It MUST always be labelled "ABNORMAL LOAD" in red and have red flags attached to its front and rear left and right corners.
- It MUST have flashing amber beacons and its headlamps MUST always be on.
- By virtue of its dimensions, load or a combination of both, the abnormal load vehicle may occupy more than one lane, and is usually driven at the centre of the road, thereby becoming a high risk to other road users.
- Never overtake an ALV, unless the rear escort vehicle signals that you should do so or the road ahead is clear.
- Do not hog the road in front of an ALV at a steep descent, as the vehicle tends to be pushed forward by its load.
- It is not recommended that an ALV travels under adverse conditions.
- When an ALV escort is in sight, pull off the road, let it pass and proceed when it is safe to do so.
10.2 ESCORT VEHICLES
- An escort motor vehicle drives ahead of or behind an abnormal vehicle to flag down, or alert road- users of impending danger, or give timeous warning of the presence of the abnormal vehicle.
- It always displays a board written "ABNORMAL LOAD VEHICLE AHEAD", and bears red flags and an amber beacon.
- Always obey the instructions of the escort vehicle, as the general rules and regulations of the road do not apply to ALVs.
- As soon as you see an escort vehicle on a blind rise or sharp curve, slow down and prepare to pull off the road to avoid a surprise collision with an ALV.
