Activities that affect traffic safety is one of the topics in the General rules block of the Spanish DGT theory. Defines who the traffic rules apply to and where, the basic definitions and the principles behind the whole theory. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that the execution of works, installations, placement of containers, street furniture or any other element or object on a permanent or provisional basis on roads or land subject to the application of legislation on traffic, circulation of motor vehicles and road safety must require prior authorisation from its owner and must be governed by the rules of highway…
The exam often asks where and to whom these rules apply; read the options carefully, as they frequently change a single word.
The execution of works, installations, placement of containers, street furniture or any other element or object on a permanent or provisional basis on roads or land subject to the application of legislation on traffic, circulation of motor vehicles and road safety shall require prior authorisation from its owner and shall be governed by the provisions of highway legislation and its implementing regulations, and municipal regulations. The same regulations shall apply to the interruption of works due to special circumstances or traffic characteristics, which may be carried out at the request of the autonomous body, the Central Traffic Headquarters.
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