An open plea to WA motorists

Judging by the behaviour of certain drivers, the following regulations are probably going to come as a revelation to some.

Now listen carefully.

Under the Road Traffic Code 2000 – Regs 57 & 58:

A pedestrian on a footpath, or any other land abutting a carriageway (yes, this includes driveways) that a driver needs to cross in order to enter or leave the carriageway, has right of way over the driver.

Having come close to being flattened by a van earlier today, I’m a tad touchy on the subject.

While we’re at it, another regulation that is seemingly alien to local motorists.

Under the Road Traffic Code 2000 – Reg 45:

A driver turning left or right at a traffic signal controlled intersection must give way to any pedestrian on the carriageway they are entering.

No matter how much of a hurry you are in, it is not worth risking the safety of pedestrians in order to reach your destination a few seconds earlier.

Won’t somebody please think of the children?