Helmets and other protective equipment

Helmets and other protective equipment 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 the installation of headrests or other protective elements in any vehicle must be subject to compliance with the conditions determined in the vehicle regulations.

Seat belt, helmet and restraint systems come with exceptions: learn both the general duty and the cases where it does not apply.

📜 Reference legal text — Article 118 (2)

The installation of headrests or other protective elements in any vehicle shall be subject to compliance with the conditions determined in the vehicle regulations.

🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is helmets and other protective equipment?
Helmets and other protective equipment is a DGT theory topic within the «Safety» block, governed by Artículo 118 (2) of the Spanish General Traffic Regulations. Above you will find a simple explanation and the reference legal text.
Does this topic appear in the DGT theory exam?
Yes. Every section of the General Traffic Regulations can appear in the theory exam. To practise with real questions, go to the TraficoTest platform.
Where is it regulated (Article 118 (2))?
This content comes from Article 118 (2) of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.

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