In this situation, are you obliged to apply the principle of limited trust?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the video we are driving a tram on separate tram tracks, and a pedestrian is walking next to the tracks, on the grass between the tram tracks and a barrier. In this situation you are obliged to apply the principle of limited trust - the answer is YES.
The Road Traffic Act allows you to assume that other road users obey the rules, unless the circumstances suggest that they may behave differently. A pedestrian walking along the tram tracks, in a place not intended for pedestrians, is already not behaving correctly - he may suddenly step onto the tracks without hearing the approaching tram. That is why you reduce speed, watch him and, if necessary, give a warning signal. You are ready to stop the tram, remembering its long braking distance.
Legal basis: Art. 4 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)