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Emergency

Transporting Dangerous Goods

Transporting dangerous goods requires a special ADR permit, ensuring drivers are trained in handling emergencies and specific hazardous materials. Originating from a European agreement in 1957, these regulations classify dangerous goods into nine general and thirteen specific classes, covering various risks like explosives, flammable materials, toxic substances, and radioactive items, among others. Each class outlines specific handling and storage guidelines to ensure safety during transport.

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Proposed Changes to Lane Legislation to Benefit Emergency Vehicles and Motorbikes

Spain’s DGT plans to change traffic laws, explaining how drivers must give way to emergency vehicles, an act previously based on courtesy. Motorbikes may use hard shoulders during congestion under certain conditions. New rules will prohibit overtaking in adverse weather, mandating all traffic to use the righthand lane. Creating an emergency corridor for service vehicles will be obligatory. These changes, aimed at improving safety, are set to be enacted in 2025.

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