Basic Convoy Procedures
06 February 2008
- When travelling on sealed roads always leave an adequate distance between vehicles to allow others to overtake safely.
- Always keep the vehicle behind you in sight on both sealed and unsealed roads.
When you come to a turn, wait where your vehicle can be seen by the driver of the following vehicle until the vehicle behind you has identified the correct route. - In wet and muddy conditions, hilly country or when your brakes are wet, keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
- Always stay in your allotted convoy position and do not leave the convoy without first advising the trip leader.
- Always advise the vehicle in front of you if you need to stop by flashing your headlights or use the designated CB channel.
- All gates must be left as they were found.
- All vehicles must keep to the made tracks and only leave a track when necessary to by-pass a hazard. If you are unsure of tackling any hazardous section, STOP and allow an experienced driver to assist you.
- Any damage caused to your vehicle is your own responsibility. Don’t be afraid to stop and remove obstacles if you feel that obvious damage can be avoided.
- Recovery operations can be dangerous, so stay away if you are not directly involved, but observe the recovery techniques. The trip leader or delegate is responsible for organising any assistance.
- Please ensure that you drive in a manner befitting a responsible 4Wheel Driver and club member.
- All vehicles must be registered and insured for Third party.
- Be sure that you are aware of the departure times and if you have to cancel from attending a trip you must advise the trip leader prior to the departure time.
- If in doubt as to your preparedness for a trip, discuss this with the trip leader prior to the trip.