73Exemptions in emergencies

73 Exemptions in emergencies

73 Exemptions in emergencies

(1) In an emergency, for example a fire, explosion or natural disaster, Transport for NSW may exempt a vehicle or combination, or its driver or responsible person for the vehicle, from a requirement of this Part if—

(a) the vehicle or combination is being used, or is intended to be used—

(i) to protect life or property, or

(ii) to restore communication services, or

(iii) to restore energy or water services, or services including sewage disposal, or

(iv) to provide drought relief, and

(b) the exemption does not present an unreasonable danger to other road users.

(2) An exemption may be subject to conditions imposed by Transport for NSW.

(3) Transport for NSW—

(a) must make a written record of the exemption and its conditions, and

(b) may cause the exemption and conditions to be communicated orally to the driver or responsible person.