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Gear down  — if you are driving a vehicle with a standard transmission, change to a lower gear before you begin to cross. Never change gears on the crossing because you could stall the vehicle. 

## Space margins 

Allow following distance  — never get trapped on a crossing. When traffic is heavy, wait until you can clear the crossing before moving ahead. 

## Horses 

Horses may be ridden on most public roads. 

## see 

Scan ahead  — look for horses and riders. 

## think 

Know the rules  — horse riders and horse carriage operators have the same rights as motor vehicle operators and must obey the same rules. 

Know the hazards — horses can be startled by sudden movement or noise. The rider may not be able to control the horse. 

## do 

## Space margins 

Slow down  — go slowly when approaching a horse and rider or horse and carriage. Allow plenty of following distance. 

Allow space when passing  — leave extra room when passing them. 

Pass carefully  — horses may be startled by sudden movement or noise. Avoid sounding your horn, and pass carefully and slowly. 

Prepare to stop  — if a rider is having trouble controlling their horse, stop. It’s better to wait until the horse is back under the rider’s control than to risk passing them. 

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