General rules 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 roads covered by legislation on traffic, motor vehicle circulation and road safety, the transit of draft, pack or saddle animals, isolated heads of livestock, herds or flocks must only be permitted when there is no practicable route via livestock trail and provided they are guarded by someone. Such transit must be carried out on the alternative route…
Seat belt, helmet and restraint systems come with exceptions: learn both the general duty and the cases where it does not apply.
On roads covered by legislation on traffic, motor vehicle circulation and road safety, the transit of draft, pack or saddle animals, isolated heads of livestock, herds or flocks shall only be permitted when there is no practicable route via livestock trail and provided they are guarded by someone. Such transit shall be carried out on the alternative route with the lowest intensity of vehicle traffic and in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
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