Definition of the concept of “obstacle” according to traffic regulations. Types of obstacles on the road. Which obstacles do we overtake and which do we go around?

While driving on the roads, many people have often had to deal with such a maneuver as avoiding an obstacle. An obstacle can be a car after an accident, a car that has broken down for various reasons and is immobilized, a road defect (for example, a huge hole or embankment during repairs on the roadway), an open hatch, etc.

When an obstacle is detected ahead in traffic, there are usually only two options for avoiding it: either on its left side or on the right.

When there is enough space on the roadway in a given (i.e. one) direction for a detour so that this process does not violate traffic rules, then no one has any questions about how to get around the obstacle - everyone chooses the most convenient option for themselves.

But it happens that there is no choice of detour routes without violating traffic rules: either you will have to go around the obstacle in the oncoming lane, including through a solid marking line, or you will have to drive along the side of the road or, worse, along the sidewalk (pedestrian or bicycle path).

So, in such cases, questions arise - how to properly go around the obstacle.

For example: The roadway has one lane in each direction, separated by line 1.1 (solid). How to go around an obstacle if there is a curb or sidewalk on the right?

Or how to drive around without violating in more “compressed” conditions, when there is a curb on the right, i.e. Is detour possible only through a continuous line of markings in the oncoming lane?

Answer. First, let's understand the terminology and find out what an obstacle in the traffic rules is, what a detour is and, combining these concepts, we will formulate what a detour is.

Detour

Sign 5.16 indicates the stop location of a bus and (or) trolleybus and, in accordance with traffic regulations, does not oblige the bus or trolleybus driver to anything.
You can argue with this, of course, but it’s easy to imagine a bus that is not traveling on the route; is the driver required by traffic rules to stop in all places where sign 5.16 is installed? Of course not. Marking 1.1 does not prohibit stopping or parking.

Stopping is prohibited by clause 12.4 of the traffic rules.

That is, a bus or trolleybus driver is prohibited from stopping at such stops by traffic rules, not by markings. At the same time, the traffic rules do not indicate what to do in case of contradictions between the meaning of road signs and traffic rules.

It is also worth noting that the requirements of clause 12.4 of the traffic rules for a bus or trolleybus driver are mandatory, but sign 5.16 does not oblige the driver to anything according to the text of the traffic rules

Driver's actions when drawing up a protocol

Violations of traffic rules are recorded by a special camera or a traffic police inspector.
In the latter case, a protocol is drawn up, which is subsequently sent to the court. The offender may ask to indicate in the document that he is asking for the proceedings to be conducted at his place of residence. If the specifics of the situation are not recorded through photography or video, two witnesses to the incident are involved in drawing up a report. While the traffic police officer is preparing the documents, the driver is advised to start documenting the conditions in which he violated the law. Using a phone or recorder, you need to take a picture of the overall picture, the signs posted, the markings applied, and the features of the obstacle that caused the exit onto the unbroken road. You can only sign a protocol that fully reflects the specifics of the case and does not leave any controversial issues.

Detour is an obstacle

Who is in charge here at the crossroads?
Test your knowledge of traffic rules. Avoiding obstacles is only allowed from the side indicated by the arrow.

The obstacle avoidance direction requires avoiding the obstacle only from the side indicated by the arrow.  

When going around an obstacle, vehicles moving on the free side have the right to move first. So, the tractor driver (Fig. 117, b) must let the bus moving on the free side pass, and only after that continue moving.  

The obstacle avoidance direction requires avoiding the obstacle only from the side indicated by the arrow.  

Before overtaking or going around an obstacle, the driver gives a signal with a left turn indicator, and when overtaking (bypassing) leaving the occupied lane on the right - with a right turn indicator.  

Special cases of movement: I - oncoming movement on a slope; 6 - oncoming traffic when going around an obstacle.  

For the same turning radius of a road train, semi-trailers have a greater displacement than two-axle trailers, which should also be taken into account when passing, making sharp turns and avoiding obstacles.  

Vehicles with all steerable wheels (Fig. 22, b) have significantly greater maneuverability, since their turning radius is reduced by 2 times. In addition, when the wheels are turned parallel, lateral (oblique) movement of the machine is possible, which is convenient when avoiding obstacles.  

The commander of a reconnaissance group (flight) prepares scouts to perform assigned tasks, paying special attention to their precise knowledge of their duties. The commander studies with the personnel the route of advance to his facility (the presence of bridges, tunnels, crossings, possible ways to bypass and bypass obstacles), checks whether the personnel know the features of the facility, the location of shelters and shelters, utility distribution centers, and storage facilities on its territory and warehouses

In addition, the commander teaches reconnaissance officers how to properly use radiation and chemical reconnaissance instruments, personal protective equipment, conducts classes on marking the boundaries of contaminated areas, providing first aid to victims, introduces safety measures when operating in contaminated areas and at an object in the affected area, conducting partial and complete sanitization.  

When mowing bread, single or double rollers are formed so that the grain mass in the rolls is laid at an angle of 10 - 30 to the direction of movement of the unit. The windrows should be the same in width and thickness, arranged in parallel rows so that the ears do not come into contact with the soil surface. When turning and when going around obstacles, the windrows are placed at least 1-5 m apart from each other. The quality of windrow placement is assessed visually.  

Fines for detours and crossing double lines

Rules for preparing a duplicate document

So, if you make any maneuver on the road and cross a double line, then in most cases this will be considered a violation of the rules. Except for those cases that are specified in the traffic rules, such as a detour. But the detour can also be done in different ways, including incorrectly. Our driving instructors discussed what penalties are possible for making an incorrect detour.

If you make an incorrect detour, the driver may receive the following penalties:

• a warning from an inspector, or receiving a fine in the amount of 500 rubles if you drove into oncoming traffic (in all cases);
• receiving a fine in the amount of 1000-1500 rubles if you drive around the intersection of a solid road with two lanes;
• By driving around any object on the road that is not an obstacle and at the same time crossing a solid line and driving into the oncoming lane, you risk losing your license for a period of 4 to 6 months.

When crossing a double solid line (and this may not necessarily be a detour), slightly different penalties may follow. And you need to take into account that the interpretation of some maneuvers on the road can be interpreted differently. For example, according to the rules, the driver is required to go around an obstacle on the road on the right side, but if this is impossible, then a detour on the left is allowed

It is also important to remember that the obstacle is not a traffic jam, traffic jam or traffic stopped on the road. A vehicle will be considered an obstacle to traffic only if an accident has occurred, or the vehicle cannot continue moving and is parked with its hazard lights on

U-turn through a solid line

Separately, cases are considered when the car turns around, crossing a double continuous line. If, when turning around, you crossed a double solid line, then do not rush to say goodbye to your license. After all, a U-turn can be interpreted in different ways, including as entering the oncoming lane. Consequently, according to Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, for a U-turn crossing a double solid line, only a fine will follow, and not the deprivation of a document, since this will be considered an “exit”. The same article applies to turning left when crossing a double solid line.

If the driver leaves the yard and crosses a double solid line while leaving, then this is Article 12.16, which also states a fine.

To avoid undeserved deprivation of rights or extortion of bribes, you need to confidently express your position, especially if you know for sure whether the maneuver you made on the road will be punished and what it will be. Confidence in the correctness of your position will help you save not only your driver's license, but also your money. If your driver's license is unlawfully confiscated, you must file a complaint with the court and contact a lawyer. But often it is confidence in knowledge of the law and rules that helps drivers out.

Video material on the topic of intersection of double solid lines:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=iNsGbBFeVt4

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Hitting an obstacle

The concept of hitting an obstacle

What does this vertical marking mean? Vertical road markings

An accident in the form of hitting an obstacle is included in the list of road accidents. Hitting an obstacle means an incident in which a vehicle runs over or hits a stationary object.

Some of the most common stationary objects that drivers hit include:

• bridge supports;
• road poles;
• trees located near roads;
• Construction Materials;
• fencing;
• roadside buildings, buildings;
• the slightly open door of another car.

If we calculate the degree of danger of such an act by a motorist, then it can be compared with the danger of a head-on collision of different vehicles, since a collision can also lead to the death of the driver and passengers.

The likelihood of death for persons in a car that hits an obstacle at high speed increases if they were not wearing seat belts.

Special cases of using horizontal road markings

Administrator January 25:

With regard to horizontal road markings, it is necessary to consider two more fundamental points related to special cases of its use:

1. The relationship between road signs and horizontal markings; 2. The relationship between permanent and temporary horizontal markings.

1. Road signs and horizontal road markings

Sometimes, in real traffic conditions, contradictions arise between the regulatory mechanisms of signs, on the one hand, and markings, on the other.

To illustrate this “dilemma,” let’s consider a specific example.

As can be seen from the figure, the instructions of the sign “Avoid obstacles on the left” (which prescribes the only possible detour direction) conflict with the requirements of the “single continuous” marking line 1.1 (which, by the way, is strictly forbidden to cross from any side).

And in this situation, the Rules clearly give preference to the road sign. According to the traffic rules, the driver is obliged to act in strict accordance with road signs and comply exclusively with their requirements, regardless of the fact that they contradict horizontal markings. This means that the only possible option to go around the obstacle is to the left, albeit through the solid marking line 1.1.

Let's ask ourselves about the motives for such qualifications. It's simple.

Firstly, horizontal markings may wear out and become difficult to distinguish, become covered with a layer of dirt or dust, ice or snow, etc. But road signs are almost always relevant.

Secondly, changing the regulatory mechanism of markings (applying, for example, temporary markings) is much more difficult than putting up a sign necessary in specific conditions.

Obviously, the legislator was guided by these two points, positioning the superiority of road signs in relation to horizontal markings.

It is important for the driver to remember the main thing: if signs and horizontal markings contradict each other, LOOK AT THE SIGNS!

2. Permanent and temporary horizontal road markings

Analyzing various types of horizontal markings, we noted their predominantly white color (with the exception of three yellow options - 1.4, 1.10 and 1.17).

However, the Rules also provide for the use of temporary – ORANGE – horizontal markings. This is done with the aim of introducing a temporary mechanism for regulating traffic (most often in the context of road works).

In such a situation, the driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the TEMPORARY (ORANGE) marking line, and, therefore, on the specified section of the road he must refrain from entering the oncoming lane.

Let's summarize.

In the event that the requirements of road signs and horizontal road markings contradict each other, the driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the road signs.

In the event that the requirements of temporary and permanent horizontal road markings contradict each other, the driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the temporary markings.

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Responsibilities of pedestrians

Administrator January 6:

4.1. Pedestrians must move on sidewalks, pedestrian paths, bicycle and pedestrian paths, and, if there are none, along the roadsides. Pedestrians carrying or carrying bulky objects, as well as persons using non-motorized wheelchairs, may walk along the edge of the roadway if their movement on sidewalks or shoulders creates an obstacle for other pedestrians.

If there are no sidewalks, pedestrian paths, bicycle paths or shoulders, and also if it is impossible to move along them, pedestrians can move along a bicycle path or walk in one row along the edge of the roadway (on roads with a dividing strip - along the outer edge of the roadway).

When walking along the edge of the roadway, pedestrians must walk towards the movement of vehicles. Persons moving in wheelchairs without a motor, driving a motorcycle, moped, or bicycle, in these cases must follow the direction of travel of the vehicles.

When driving along the side of the road or the edge of the roadway in the dark or in conditions of insufficient visibility, pedestrians are recommended to carry objects with reflective elements and ensure that these objects are visible to vehicle drivers.

4.2. The movement of organized pedestrian columns along the roadway is permitted only in the direction of movement of vehicles on the right side of no more than four people in a row. In front and behind the column on the left side there should be escorts with red flags, and in the dark and in conditions of poor visibility - with lights on: in front - white, in back - red.

Groups of children are allowed to drive only on sidewalks and pedestrian paths, and in their absence, along the roadsides, but only during daylight hours and only when accompanied by adults.

4.3. Pedestrians must cross the roadway at pedestrian crossings, including underground and overground ones, and in their absence, at intersections along sidewalks or curbs.

If there is no crossing or intersection in the visibility zone, it is allowed to cross the road at right angles to the edge of the roadway in areas without a dividing strip and fences where it is clearly visible in both directions.

4.4. In places where traffic is regulated, pedestrians must be guided by the signals of a traffic controller or a pedestrian traffic light, and in its absence, a transport traffic light.

4.5. At unregulated pedestrian crossings, pedestrians can enter the roadway after assessing the distance to approaching vehicles, their speed and making sure that the crossing will be safe for them. When crossing a roadway outside a pedestrian crossing, pedestrians must, in addition, not interfere with the movement of vehicles and exit from behind a standing vehicle or other obstacle that limits visibility without making sure that there are no approaching vehicles.

4.6. Once on the roadway, pedestrians should not linger or stop unless this is related to ensuring traffic safety. Pedestrians who do not have time to complete the crossing must stop on the line dividing traffic flows in opposite directions. You can continue crossing only after making sure that further movement is safe and taking into account the traffic light signal (traffic controller).

4.7. When approaching vehicles with a blue flashing light (blue and red) and a special sound signal on, pedestrians are required to refrain from crossing the roadway, and pedestrians on it must immediately vacate the roadway.

4.8. Waiting for a route vehicle and a taxi is allowed only on landing platforms raised above the roadway, and if there are none, on the sidewalk or side of the road. In stopping places for route vehicles that are not equipped with raised landing platforms, it is allowed to enter the roadway to board the vehicle only after it has stopped. After disembarking, it is necessary to clear the roadway without delay.

When moving across the roadway to or from the stopping point of a route vehicle, pedestrians must be guided by the requirements of paragraphs 4.4 - 4.7 of the Rules.

Appendix 1. Road signs:1. Warning signs2. Priority signs3. Prohibition signs4. Mandatory signs5. Signs of special regulations6. Information signs7. Service marks8. Additional information signs (plates)

Appendix 2. Road markings and their characteristics: 1. Horizontal marking2. Vertical marking

What does it mean to interfere with the movement of other vehicles?

The concept of “obstacle” can be used not only in the sense of “any stationary object that prevents the driver from passing along the lane along which the driver is moving,” but also in the sense of “not giving way to a road user who has priority in accordance with the provisions of the Rules.”

Here are some examples:

1. Obstruction to overtaking.

In clause 11.3. The rules say that preventing overtaking means the driver of the overtaken vehicle:

• increasing speed;
• other actions.

“Other actions” can be considered, for example, “driving in zigzags”, with partial driving to the side of the road or into oncoming traffic, or sharp braking before the overtaking driver approaches the overtaken, etc.

1. Failure to give advantage in movement.

The driver will create a traffic jam if he does not give priority to another road user. For example, a driver on a secondary road must yield to all those on the main road. And drivers for whom the light is red should not start moving, thereby creating an obstacle for those moving on green.

In addition, failure to provide priority in other cases is considered an obstacle - for example, when leaving a roadside, parking lot, gas station, from the yard of an apartment building, when leaving a designated bus stop in a populated area, etc.

1. Obstructing traffic when entering an intersection if there is a traffic jam ahead.

Not long ago, amendments were made to the Rules to regulate the introduction of new markings 1.26. “Waffle iron”, used in conjunction with the sign 1.35.

This marking and sign say one thing - you cannot drive to the intersection if there is a traffic jam ahead, and the driver will have to stop in the area of ​​effect of the sign or the waffle iron, thus creating an obstacle for vehicles moving in the transverse direction (clause 13.2. Rules).

Liability for this violation is regulated by the norms of Part 1 of Art. 12.13. Code of Administrative Offenses – fine 1000 rubles. In accordance with Part 1.3. Art. 32.2. Code of Administrative Offenses, it can be paid with a 50 percent discount.

1. Obstructing traffic in an accident.

P. 2.6. and 2.6.1. The rules oblige the motorist to clear the roadway if cars damaged as a result of an accident interfere with the passage of other vehicles.

If the roadway is not cleared, sanctions will be imposed in accordance with Part 1 of Art. 12.27. Code of Administrative Offenses - a fine of 1000. It can also be paid with a 50 percent discount.

1. Obstructing traffic during dangerous driving.

Based on clause 2.7. Rules, the driver is prohibited from driving dangerously - changing lanes multiple times in heavy traffic, failing to give way to a vehicle that has the right of way several times in a short period of time, braking sharply if this action is not performed to prevent an accident, etc.

So, in a narrow sense, an obstacle is understood as a certain object on the road, due to which the driver cannot continue moving along the lane. In a broader sense, the lack of priority in traffic is also an obstacle.

What do yellow markings on the road mean in traffic regulations, read the article: yellow markings in traffic regulations. Rules for changing lanes according to traffic rules can be found on the page.

Find out how to leave a bus stop according to traffic rules from this information.

Avoiding an obstacle through a solid line

Since we are talking about a detour, it is necessary to understand the following difference: “detour in the oncoming lane” and “detour in the oncoming lane across a solid line.” In other words, there may be no road markings at the detour site, and if the situation falls under clauses 9.2, 9.3 and 15.3, then the detour around the obstacle will be recognized as a violation and will be subject to sanctions for incorrect detour under Article 12.15 Part 3 of the Administrative Code.

In the paragraphs listed above (9.2, 9.3 and 15.3) there is not a single word about a two-lane road, including one with a 1.1 marking in the middle. Those. avoiding obstacles on a two-lane road through the solid line 1.1 is not prohibited. This detour option is not specified in the Rules. And since there is no direct ban on such a detour, it turns out that it is not prohibited, which means it is allowed. But it's not that simple.

Axial road markings 1.1 are applied on sections of two-lane roads where entering the oncoming lane is prohibited. And despite the fact that there is no direct prohibition on avoiding an obstacle in these conditions, it is recommended to use it in extreme cases when there is no other way to avoid it. Otherwise, sanctions may be imposed for violating road markings (Article 12.16 Part 1 - warning or fine of 500 rubles (figures at the time the article was published)).

In another way (not through the oncoming lane, including along the side of the road and sidewalk) The rules do not prohibit driving around an obstacle, including if the forced detour passes through a solid line dividing passing lanes (there is no other way out anyway), but the object being avoided in this case should be an obstacle. If the object being driven around is NOT an obstacle, then the driver may be charged with a violation of road markings (Article 12.16 Part 1).

Continuing the answer to the question, the sequence in deciding which path to take to avoid an obstacle on a two-lane road can be arranged in the following order: 1 - shoulder; 2 - oncoming lane; 3 – it is advisable not to use the sidewalk at all as a detour route. The sequence is approximate, since it is built in order of increasing possible danger, and the specifics will depend on the real situation.

For example, if there is heavy oncoming traffic on the road, it is advisable to drive around on the side of the road. There is no shoulder, and the sidewalk is separated by a curb - it is advisable to drive around in the oncoming lane while maintaining safety, etc., depending on the situation.

In conclusion, how many words about bypassing a traffic jam or any object (vehicle) that is not an obstacle. A detour “not an obstacle” (including a traffic jam or a traffic jam) will be assessed depending on the detour routes:

• avoiding a traffic jam in the oncoming lane entails deprivation of rights for 4-6 months (Article 12.15 Part 4);
• avoiding a traffic jam on the side of the road - a fine of 1,500 rubles. (Article 12.15 part 1);
• avoiding a traffic jam on bicycle or pedestrian paths or sidewalks in violation of traffic rules - a fine of 2,000 rubles. (Article 12.15 part 2).

For incorrectly avoiding an obstacle (incorrect is one that conflicts with traffic regulations), a fine of 1,000 - 1,500 rubles may be imposed on the driver. (Article 12.15 part 3).

Controversial situations

A mitigating circumstance for driving onto a continuous road in violation of traffic rules may be the presence of a sign warning of danger when moving forward. When drawing up a protocol, it is worth paying attention to the state of the markings - if they are erased and difficult to distinguish, this will become a factor in favor of the innocence of the offender.

The presence of evidence will allow the fine to be limited to 1.5 thousand rubles for violating the position of a vehicle on the road.

Also, driving onto a continuous road at the time of leaving the parking lot or yard is treated as a controversial issue - you can limit yourself to a fine of 500 rubles.

The unexpected occurrence of an obstacle (accident, fallen tree) serves as a mitigating circumstance. This requires evidence that the only way to continue driving or avoid an accident was to drive onto a solid road.

Penalty for driving into the oncoming lane

There are two types of penalties for driving into the oncoming lane:

• Fine;
• Deprivation of driver's license.

What will be the penalty for driving into the oncoming lane without avoiding any obstacles on the road?

To begin with, we should consider the very concept of “Obstacle”, which is spelled out in paragraph 1.2 of the traffic rules: “Obstacle” includes an object in the traffic lane that lies motionless.

This could be any foreign objects, a damaged or faulty car that does not allow you to continue driving along this lane.

A car on the road, or a traffic jam, cannot be considered an obstacle if several vehicles are stopped on this lane in accordance with the traffic rules.

In such situations, punishment will be provided for avoiding broken down cars, accidents, and areas damaged by road accidents.

The driver may try to avoid a traffic jam in front of a traffic light, then his maneuver will be called completely differently, and it is not worth including it in the category of avoiding obstacles.

What is the penalty for avoiding an obstacle?

Any detour around obstacles or driving onto tram tracks when there are obstacles on the road will entail a fine of 1000-1500 rubles. If the driver drove into the oncoming lane, then a fine of 1000-1500 rubles will be issued, the decision is made by the traffic police inspector.

The same penalties will be imposed on the driver who decides to drive around obstacles along tram tracks on the oncoming route.

What can be the punishment for driving into oncoming traffic when making a U-turn or turning left?

Punishment for such an action is provided for by Part 2 of Art. 12.16 Code of Administrative Offenses:

• Fine from 1000 to 1500 rubles. This applies to driving into the oncoming lane when overtaking or in other situations. This paragraph deals with a penalty that can be imposed in the process of avoiding a traffic jam or overtaking in oncoming traffic. We must not forget about situations when the driver of a car decides to cross the lane with one or two wheels while making a turn;
• In addition to the administrative fine for driving into the oncoming lane, a penalty in the form of deprivation of a driver's license may also be imposed.

It is necessary to consider Part 4 of Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses: driving in violation of traffic rules into a lane that is intended for oncoming traffic or on oncoming tram tracks, with the exception of a few cases that are provided for in Part 3 of this article, entails the imposition of fines in the amount of 5,000 rubles or deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 4 to 6 months.

If the driver was stopped by traffic police officers, then a report must be drawn up, and the case is sent to court.

The violation can be recorded by a camera that operates in automatic mode, then the driver will have to pay a fine of 5,000 rubles. Repeated violation of this traffic rule means only one thing - the driver will be deprived of his license.

In Part 5 of Art. 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses states that if this administrative violation, which is provided for in Part 4 of the article, is repeated, the driver will be deprived of the right to drive a car for up to 1 year.

Therefore, if you violate traffic rules, at best, you will have to pay a fine, and at worst, you will be left without a license for a period of four to six months. Only the court has the right to make such a decision after considering the materials of the case.

Definition

In the traffic rules, an obstacle is a vehicle (both damaged as a result of an accident and faulty), a section of the road with pronounced defects and other foreign objects, the presence of which on the roadway does not allow the driver to continue moving in the direction he needs. This concept is somewhat vague. In this regard, not all drivers clearly understand what is an obstacle on the road according to traffic regulations and what is not.

Examples:

• Vehicle. A person driving a car may make a forced stop due to the occurrence of any technical malfunction.
• Fabric defect. The most striking example is deep potholes on roads.
• A tree that has fallen on the roadway and makes it impossible for cars to travel in the right direction.
• Animals. An example is carcasses hit by other drivers.
• Fencing. Similar structures are installed during road repairs. Often, special vehicles that are not marked with appropriate signs and light signals become an obstacle (in the evening or at night). During road repairs, construction materials can sometimes be seen on the roadway. In the absence of appropriate signs, they are also considered an obstacle.

The governing documents are the Traffic Regulations and the Code of Administrative Offences.

Some drivers are interested in which obstacles we overtake and which we go around. However, this question is incorrect. It is important to remember that, according to traffic rules, an obstacle is a stationary object. You can only go around it. But this must be done in such a way as not to commit a serious violation.