Driving on the roadway or shoulder is one of the topics in the Safety block of the Spanish DGT theory. Elements and behaviours that protect life: seat belt, helmet, restraint systems and pedestrian behaviour. 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 on becoming aware of the optical or acoustic signals of priority vehicles, pedestrians must clear the roadway and remain in refuges or pedestrian areas, if any, or, failing that, move away from the area where vehicles are circulating.
Seat belt, helmet and restraint systems come with exceptions: learn both the general duty and the cases where it does not apply.
On becoming aware of the optical or acoustic signals of priority vehicles, pedestrians must clear the roadway and remain in refuges or pedestrian areas, if any, or, failing that, move away from the area where vehicles are circulating.
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