Police are reminding drivers to slow down when passing emergency vehicles after 114 infringement notices were issued in a four-day period in the Northern District last week.
During the operation on the Midland and Bass highways and Esk Main Road, police observed motorists maintaining speeds of 100km/h and 110km/h while passing stationary emergency vehicles.
Acting Inspector Jareth Anderson said motorists were legally required to slow to a safe speed-sufficient to stop if necessary-when passing emergency vehicles, roadside assistance vehicles, and transport/heavy vehicle inspection vehicles displaying flashing red, blue, yellow or magenta lights.
"In just one example during the operation last week, a police officer conducting a traffic intercept was sprayed with water by a large truck travelling past him at roughly 100km/h in wet conditions," he said.
"People working on the roadside face an increased risk of serious injury due to the nature of their work and rely on drivers to prioritise their safety as well as their own," he said.
"Tasmania Police and our road safety partners will continue to work with affected industries to build community understanding and acceptance of this law.
"With the Easter holidays just around the corner there will be increased travel and traffic, making responsible driving and adherence to road rules more critical than ever."
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving behaviour should report it to police on 131 444. If it is an emergency or life-threatening situation, call Triple Zero (000).
