In this situation, does the light signal displayed indicate that there is no collision with other road users when turning left?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the video you are waiting in the left-turn lane before a junction in town; directional traffic lights S-3 at the left edge start showing a green signal with two arrows: to the left and for a U-turn. Such a signal means that when turning left there is no collision with other road users. The answer is: yes.
The Regulation on road signs and signals states that the signals of directional traffic lights S-3 apply to drivers travelling in the directions shown by the arrow, and the green signal shown by these traffic lights means that when driving in the direction shown there is no collision with other road users - vehicles from the opposite direction and pedestrians on the crossing you are turning across then have red. This is what distinguishes S-3 from the general green of S-1, on which a driver turning left must give way. Even though the signal guarantees no conflicting traffic, you turn with care, because someone may drive or walk in on red.
Legal basis: § 97 para. 1 and 3 of the Regulation on road signs and signals