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2 ptsBOfficial number: 8220

When assuming a safe distance from parked vehicles, should you take into account the possibility of one of the vehicles' doors opening?

Description

Art. 3 para. 1 and art. 23 para. 1 pt. 2 of the Act of 20 June 1997 - Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137 and 1448)
Explanation

Correct answer: Yes

Yes, this is a key element of the principle of maintaining a safe distance when passing. You should always assume that the driver or a passenger of a parked vehicle may suddenly open a door without ensuring it is safe to do so. Maintaining an adequate lateral distance (at least 1 metre is recommended) helps to avoid a collision and is an obligation arising from art. 23 of the Road Traffic Act.