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244. 疲労
疲労は、運転中の集中力、反応時間、判断力、覚醒維持能力を低下させます。長時間運転、睡眠不足、病気、不規則勤務、身体が通常休息を求める時間帯の運転などで生じます。頻繁なあくび、まぶたが重い、速度や車線位置を一定に保てない、走行区間を思い出せないなどが警告サインです。眠気を感じたら早めに停止・休息し、カフェイン、外気、大音量音楽を睡眠の代わりにしてはいけません。
Is it illegal to drive while extremely tired in Belgium?
Belgian traffic rules do not set a specific fatigue limit, but every driver must be fit to drive, able to perform the necessary manoeuvres and remain in control of the vehicle. Driving when fatigue prevents this can therefore conflict with the general driving requirements.
Is fatigue included in Belgian driver training and theory exams?
Yes. Belgian driving-licence rules specifically include the effects of fatigue on driver behaviour, perception, judgement and reaction among the subjects covered by the theory examination.
What should you do if you become tired while driving in Belgium?
Stop at a safe and permitted place and rest before continuing. Do not continue driving if fatigue prevents you from remaining alert and in full control of the vehicle.
Are professional drivers subject to driving and rest-time rules in Belgium?
Yes. Professional drivers covered by EU driving-time rules must respect mandatory driving limits, breaks and rest periods. These rules are intended in part to reduce fatigue-related risk.
How long may an applicable professional driver drive before taking a break?
Under EU rules that apply in Belgium, an applicable professional driver must normally take a break of at least 45 minutes after 4.5 hours of driving, unless a rest period begins instead.
Will Belgium’s new Road Code change the basic rule on driver fitness?
No. The new Code of the Public Road keeps the requirement that a driver must have the necessary physical fitness and remain capable of performing all required driving manoeuvres while keeping the vehicle under control.
