When an emergency vehicle is approaching displaying sirens or lights you must?
California law requires that you must YIELD the right-of-way to any police vehicle, fire engine, ambulance, or other emergency vehicle using a siren and red lights. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle(s) have passed. However, never stop in an intersection.
When you meet an oncoming emergency vehicle lights and sirens operating you should?
If you see or hear an emergency vehicle with their lights and sirens on, please move to the right side of the road. EMS personnel are trained to pass traffic on the left.
What to do if emergency vehicle is approaching you with a siren?
If an emergency vehicle is approaching you with a siren and flashing lights on, you are required to: Pull over to the right edge of the road. Continue with the same speed. Increase your speed and clear the lane. Stop suddently, wherever you are.
What should you do when you see an emergency vehicle?
When you see light and hear sirens from emergency vehicles, you must give them room to pass and you must move over if they are stopped. Below is information on what you should do when you encounter emergency vehicles responding to a call.
What are the rules for following a fire truck?
You are not allowed to follow within 500 feet of a fire truck answering an alarm or an ambulance when the flashing red lights are on. Do not drive or park on the street where the fire truck has answered an alarm. Do not park in a location that interferes with the arrival or departure of an ambulance to or from the scene of an emergency.
What happens if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights? You may be fined up to $1,000 and your license can be suspended for a period of 1 year. All individuals on a motorcycle are required by law to wear a helmet which is approved by the CHP, fits snugly, and is tightly fastened.