To turn off the road you are traveling on, what safety check must a driver obligatorily perform before starting the maneuver?

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According to the RSM safety rule (Rearview mirror, Signal, Maneuver) and General Traffic Regulations, observation is paramount before changing direction or turning. The driver must ensure the maneuver can be performed without endangering other road users. This specifically implies evaluating the speed and distance of approaching vehicles (both from behind and oncoming). It is not required that there be 'no vehicles' behind (as long as safety distance is kept), nor should you wait for signals from others; the responsibility to judge the safety of the moment lies with the driver performing the maneuver.

To turn off the road you are traveling on, what safety check must a driver obligatorily perform before starting the maneuver?

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