Is it permitted to park, in an urban area, vehicles transporting hazardous materials with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg?
- Yes, only when the tanks are empty.
- Yes, provided that nobody smokes next to it.
- Correct answer: Yes, but only at a distance of more than 400 meters from public or residential buildings.
- It is absolutely forbidden to park this type of vehicle on an urban road.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Yes, but only at a distance of more than 400 meters from public or residential buildings.
A vehicle carrying hazardous materials with an all up weight above 3,500 kg may be parked on an urban road only well away from people, more than 400 meters from public or residential buildings. This way, a leak, fire or explosion would endanger as few people as possible. Even empty tanks can hold dangerous residue and vapours, and simply banning smoking nearby is not enough.