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Originally Posted by prydey
And they are on the clock. They deserve a safe working environment just like everyone else!
The rule has been in SA for at least 2 -3 years and no chaos has ensued.
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Should it then be extended to anyone pulled over on the side of the road for an emergency? For example changing a tyre? These people would be more at risk as these people are likely to be unaware of the surroundings.
May be to all roadside emergencies? Yellow lights (RACxxx staff too, they're on the clock too).
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Case in point.
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Recap: A 56-year-old man who was changing a flat tyre has been killed after a ute veered off-road and crashed into his vehicle.
Police believe the man had been driving along the Goulburn Valley Highway, near Shepparton, about 9.45pm yesterday when he pulled over to change a tyre.
It is believed a Mazda ute then veered off the road and crashed into the rear of the man's stationary vehicle.
The 56-year-old man died at the scene.
The driver of the Mazda, a 53-year-old Shepparton man, was arrested and is currently assisting police with their enquiries.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dash-cam footage of the area to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
The man's death brings the road toll for the year up to 159, 26 fewer than at the same time last year.
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http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/me...17-gxy366.html