Too many drivers are not Blue Light Aware

AFTER news of a driver obstructing an ambulance on its way to a medical emergency in Thame on Sunday, July 21, South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) is urging road users to be Blue Light Aware and to watch a short video, produced on behalf of the emergency services.

In a statement, SCAS said: “Our crews rely on the help of other road users when they’re on a ‘blue light’ journey. By watching Blue Light Aware, you will be able to better understand our needs, reduce the risks you face, contribute to a safer road environment and maybe help to save a life!

“?Blue Light Aware? is a video by the GEM Motoring Assist Road Safety Charity that offers advice to members of the public on how best to help any emergency service driver on a ?blue light? run. It is based on the advice available in the Highway Code and addresses specific situations identified as causing confusion for motorists.

“The vast majority of road users want to help an emergency service driver en route to an emergency on ?blues and twos?, yet many remain confused about what they should do in order to provide the best help when they find themselves in such circumstances. As a result, too many members of the public are putting themselves in danger, breaking the law or risking damage to their cars while trying to assist an emergency vehicle on a ?blue light? run.

“Your local ambulance service would urge you to view the ?Blue Light Aware? video now at
http://www.scas.nhs.uk/campaigns/bluelightsinyourmirror.ashx