If you see a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with hazard lights on, what should you do?

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If you see a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with hazard lights on, what should you do?

When you see a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with its hazard lights on, slow down to a safe speed and approach with extra caution. If it’s safe to do so, move over into another lane away from the stopped vehicle. Giving space reduces the risk of a crash with the person or any workers and their vehicle, and it provides room for them to get back to safety. If you can’t change lanes safely, at least slow down and pass with care, staying alert for people near the road or any changes in conditions. Avoid stopping to assist unless you’re trained to do so and it’s safe to do, and never speed up to rush past quickly. Ignoring the situation or driving recklessly around the stopped vehicle increases the chance of another collision.

When you see a vehicle stopped on the shoulder with its hazard lights on, slow down to a safe speed and approach with extra caution. If it’s safe to do so, move over into another lane away from the stopped vehicle. Giving space reduces the risk of a crash with the person or any workers and their vehicle, and it provides room for them to get back to safety. If you can’t change lanes safely, at least slow down and pass with care, staying alert for people near the road or any changes in conditions.

Avoid stopping to assist unless you’re trained to do so and it’s safe to do, and never speed up to rush past quickly. Ignoring the situation or driving recklessly around the stopped vehicle increases the chance of another collision.

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