Vehicle immobilization and falling load 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 in case of an accident or breakdown, if the vehicle is immobilized and cannot continue, occupants must leave the vehicle whenever there is a safe area off the roadway. They must exit from the side opposite to traffic flow, avoiding walking or remaining on traffic lanes or shoulders.
Seat belt, helmet and restraint systems come with exceptions: learn both the general duty and the cases where it does not apply.
In case of an accident or breakdown, if the vehicle is immobilized and cannot continue, occupants must leave the vehicle whenever there is a safe area off the roadway. They must exit from the side opposite to traffic flow, avoiding walking or remaining on traffic lanes or shoulders. If traffic conditions do not allow safe evacuation, occupants must remain inside the vehicle with their seatbelts fastened.
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