Hungary KRESZ D flashcards

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Right-hand rule

At an unmarked junction of equal roads, you must give way to vehicles approaching from your right. This general rule applies unless signs or signals indicate otherwise.

Bus speed limit motorway

Category D buses are limited to 80 km/h on motorways and expressways in Hungary, unless a lower limit is posted. This is lower than the general 130 km/h limit for cars.

Tachograph break rule

After 4.5 hours of driving, you must take a 45-minute break. This can be split into a 15-minute and a 30-minute break, taken in that order, before the next driving period.

Category D licence age

The minimum age for a category D licence is 24, or 21 if you hold a driver qualification card (GKI). A medical certificate and periodic training are also required.

Warning triangle placement

Place the warning triangle at least 50 m behind the vehicle on motorways and at least 30 m behind on other roads, or closer if visibility is limited, to warn approaching traffic.

Seat belt requirement

All occupants must wear seat belts where fitted. Children under 150 cm must use an appropriate child restraint system. The driver is responsible for ensuring compliance.

Flashing amber light

A flashing amber traffic light means the signals are out of order. You must follow the priority signs or, if none, the general right-hand rule at the junction.

Safe following distance

In good conditions, keep at least a 2-second gap behind the vehicle ahead. Double this to 4 seconds in rain, at night, or when visibility is reduced.

Bus door rule

Doors must be closed before the bus moves off. Passengers must not stand in the stairwell. Emergency exits must remain unobstructed at all times.

Roundabout priority

Vehicles already in the roundabout have priority over entering vehicles unless signs indicate otherwise. Signal right before exiting and give way to pedestrians at exits.

Daily rest minimum

Drivers must take a daily rest of at least 11 hours, which can be reduced to 9 hours up to three times between weekly rests. Weekly rest is 45 hours, reducible to 24 with compensation.

Bus lane usage

Category D vehicles may use bus lanes only when permitted by signs. They may stop at bus stops for boarding and alighting, but parking there is prohibited.

CPR compression rate

Perform chest compressions at a rate of 100–120 per minute, with a depth of 5–6 cm. Give 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, and use an AED as soon as possible.

Overtaking prohibition

Overtaking is prohibited at pedestrian crossings, at junctions (with exceptions), and on bends or hills with limited visibility. Always check mirrors and blind spots before overtaking.

Bus maximum dimensions

A standard bus may be up to 12 m long, 2.55 m wide and 4.0 m high, with a maximum gross vehicle mass of 18 t. Articulated buses may be up to 18 m long and 28 t.

Air brake pressure

Before moving off, the air brake system pressure must be at least 5 bar. The dual-circuit system and spring-loaded parking brake must be functional.

Child restraint rule

Children under 150 cm must use an appropriate child restraint system (seat or booster) suitable for their height and weight. The driver is responsible for ensuring this.

Emergency call number

In Hungary, the emergency number is 112. Use it for accidents, injuries, fire, or any situation requiring police, ambulance, or fire brigade.

Tachograph record retention

Drivers must keep tachograph records for the current day and the previous 28 days. These must be presented to enforcement officers on request.

Bus periodic inspection

Category D vehicles must undergo periodic technical inspection every 6 months after the first 4 years from first registration. The inspection checks safety and emissions.

Pedestrian crossing rule

Drivers must slow down and prepare to stop at pedestrian crossings. If a pedestrian is waiting or already crossing, you must give way.

Recovery position

Place an unconscious but breathing casualty in the recovery position to keep the airway open. Do not move them if a spinal injury is suspected unless there is immediate danger.

Bus lane marking

A bus lane is marked with a yellow line and the word 'BUSZ'. Only buses and vehicles permitted by signs may use it. Other vehicles must keep out during operating hours.

Weekly driving limit

The maximum weekly driving time is 56 hours. Over any two consecutive weeks, driving time must not exceed 90 hours. Daily driving is normally 9 hours, extendable to 10 twice a week.

Bus fire extinguisher

Buses must carry at least two fire extinguishers of minimum 6 kg each. They must be checked regularly and be easily accessible.

GKI card

The driver qualification card (GKI) is required for professional bus drivers. It certifies completed training and periodic refresher courses every 5 years.

Give way sign

An inverted triangle with a red border means you must give way to traffic on the priority road. You need not stop unless necessary for safety.

Stop sign

A red octagon with 'STOP' means you must come to a complete stop at the stop line or before the junction, and give way to all traffic.

Luggage stowage

Luggage must be stored in the luggage compartment or secured so it cannot move, obstruct aisles, doors, or emergency exits. Passengers are responsible for their own belongings.

Night driving lights

At night or in poor visibility, use dipped headlights. Rear fog lights may only be used when visibility is below 50 m. Do not use them otherwise.

Hazard warning lights

Use hazard warning lights to warn others of a breakdown, accident, or slow-moving traffic. They do not exempt you from parking or stopping rules.

Tram priority

Trams have priority over other vehicles at junctions unless signs or signals indicate otherwise. Do not block tram tracks or overtake a stopped tram without a safety island.