Southern Explorers 4WD Club - Convoy Procedure

Trip leader is to call a group meeting prior to start and remind members of convoy procedures.
Observe road rules at all times.
All vehicles are responsible for the vehicles following when turning off a road or at cross roads.
Vehicle leaving the convoy for any reason must wave on remaining convoy and inform "Tail-end Charlie" of intention.
Leader to appoint 'Tail-end Charlie'.
No vehicle to overtake leader or change position unless an emergency.
Keep a safe distance behind vehicle in front at all times.
When off road allow vehicle in front to clear crests and hills before following. If you get stuck, get out and stop the vehicle behind you.
Whenever possible carry a flag in sand dunes or hilly country.
Nominated marshals will regulate traffic on sites designated dangerous - i.e. blind hills and dangerous points.
In the event of winching being necessary, the winch operator will automatically become track marshall.
The vehicles in the club carrying emergency gear automatically become emergency vehicles and must be given clear passage and right of way.
In the event of mishap all NON-emergency vehicles to clear the area to enable the necessary emergency vehicles to approach without obstruction.
When winches, snatch straps or tow ropes are being used all persons are to stand well clear of cables or ropes (at least 1.5 lengths in all directions).
Drivers are responsible for their passengers and passengers' actions at all times.
Where permission has to be sought to enter an area the convoy is to go in as one group and return home as one group.
Any drivers not complying with instructions from track marshals and trip leaders will be referred to the Committee for disciplinary action