Many of the new rules in the Highway Code stem from the Hierarchy of Road Users: a set of principles that establish a priority system designed to improve the safety of the most vulnerable road users.
The ‘Dutch Reach’ aims to protect cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians from a very common danger. When drivers, or passengers, open their door without proper observation, the result could be serious injury to one of these vulnerable road users.
How well do your drivers understand the technique, and have they started forming the habit? Download our free poster for a handy printable guide, or read the new rules at gov.uk for more detail.
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