From 28 July 2014, new passenger and night driving restrictions will apply to all P1 drivers who are under the age of 25.
However, there are a number of exemptions for these restrictions which will allow young drivers to get to and from work and participate in other activities.
This form outlines what you need to do to comply with these new laws, including a form on the back of this sheet.
If these changes apply to you and you meet the exemption criteria, you can ask your employer (e.g. your store manager) to fill out and sign the form as evidence that you need to travel for work.
It’s important to keep this form with you when you are driving, to provide to police if you are asked.
This form is not a legal document and does not mean you are automatically exempt from passenger or night driving restrictions. Police may conduct further investigations if they are not satisfied with the level of information provided.
If you would like more information about how these changes will affect your travel to and from or for work contact your SDA Union Rep on 8139 1000.
What are the new restrictions?
NO DRIVING BETWEEN MIDNIGHT AND 5AM
Applies to all P1 drivers under the age of 25 unless a qualified supervising driver is seated next to you or you meet the exemption criteria.
EXEMPTION CRITERIA:
- Driving between home and work or driving in the course of employment
- Other exemptions may apply for participating in education or training, formal volunteer work or activities provided by an organisation, association or club for example a sports club. For the full list of exemption criteria other than employment, visit www.mylicence.com.au.
NOTE: You must take the shortest most practicable route between home and work
NO MORE THAN ONE PASSENGER AGED 16-20
All P1 drivers under the age of 25 are not allowed, at any time of day or night, to drive with more than one passenger unless it is immediate family or if a qualified supervising driver is seated next to you or if you meet the exemption criteria.
EXEMPTION CRITERIA:
- Requirement to carry passengers in the course of employment
What if these changes affect my travel for work?
1. Fill out the Driver section on the form below.
2. Ask your employer (e.g. your store manager) to fill out the Employer section on the form.
3. Consider asking your store manager or supervisor to write and sign a letter specifying: where you work, what times you are generally required to work and that you must drive to and from work or for work purposes
4. Make sure you and your employer has signed the form
5. Keep the form in your car when you are driving, in case you are asked for it by police
6. If you are unsure about these restrictions, contact the SDA on 8139 1000.