Susie Jones
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Regulamentos de estacionamento de veículos pesados de mercadorias no Reino Unido: O que todos os condutores devem saber

Criado: 03/04/2025

Atualizado: 04/04/2025

Para muitos condutores de camiões, pode ser um desafio tentar navegar pelos vários regulamentos que envolvem o estacionamento noturno de camiões no Reino Unido. Após um longo dia ao volante, têm de cumprir várias regras antes de poderem sequer pensar em estacionar durante a noite. Vamos aprofundar estes regulamentos e fornecer-lhe tudo o que precisa de saber.

Horas de trabalho e períodos de descanso dos camionistas.

Antes de analisarmos os regulamentos de estacionamento, é vital compreender as leis do Reino Unido e da UE relativamente aos períodos de descanso. Reunimos tudo o que precisa de saber sobre [regras do tacógrafo] (https://snapacc.com/newsroom/tachograph-rules-made-easy/). No entanto, em poucas palavras, se o seu veículo exceder três toneladas e meia, tem de ter um tacógrafo instalado. O tacógrafo regista o número de pausas que o condutor faz. Os condutores de camiões devem cumprir o seguinte:

  • Período de repouso diário:** Os condutores devem gozar 11 horas contínuas de repouso. Este período pode ser reduzido para nove.

  • Descanso semanal:** Os condutores de camiões são obrigados a gozar pelo menos 45 horas de descanso.

  • Pausas para a condução:** O tempo de condução não pode ser superior a quatro horas e meia antes de uma pausa. A pausa deve ser de, pelo menos, 45 minutos.

Quais são os regulamentos do Reino Unido para o estacionamento noturno de veículos pesados de mercadorias?

Para cumprir as leis de estacionamento e garantir a segurança, os condutores de camiões têm de seguir regulamentos rigorosos relativamente a onde e quando podem estacionar durante a noite:

  • Áreas públicas e zonas residenciais:** Muitas autoridades locais não autorizam os condutores de camiões a estacionar em zonas residenciais - se o fizerem, podem ser multados ou sancionados.

  • Pavimentos e bermas: Se o peso máximo de carga do veículo for superior a 7,5 toneladas (incluindo qualquer reboque), não deve estacionar numa berma, pavimento ou qualquer terreno entre faixas de rodagem, exceto se tiver autorização da polícia.

  • Zonas industriais e parques de estacionamento:** Os condutores de camiões podem utilizá-los para estacionar durante a noite. No entanto, oferecem menos segurança e não dispõem de quaisquer comodidades. Estacionar durante a noite num parque de estacionamento é muitas vezes a opção mais simples e económica, mas pode representar um maior risco de segurança.

Sanções e encargos por incumprimento

O incumprimento das regras de estacionamento de veículos pesados pode dar origem a coimas, ao bloqueio ou à apreensão do veículo. Estas sanções existem para incentivar os condutores a cumprir a lei e garantir a segurança rodoviária.

Quais são os melhores locais para estacionar durante a noite?

Os locais de estacionamento adequados incluem:

- Paragens de camiões: Especificamente concebidas para veículos pesados e incluem instalações como combustível, alimentos, duches, casas de banho e opções de segurança.

- Estações de serviço: Muitas áreas de serviço das auto-estradas (MSA) oferecem áreas para estacionamento de veículos pesados. A maioria oferece instalações semelhantes às das paragens de camiões.

A SNAP fornece aos condutores uma rede de mais de [600 parceiros de serviços para camiões] (https://snapacc.com/map/) em toda a Europa.

Dicas para o estacionamento noturno de veículos pesados de mercadorias.

  • Aplicações de estacionamento:** O download de uma aplicação de estacionamento de camiões pode ajudar os condutores a encontrar locais perto de si para estacionar durante a noite. A [intruck] (https://intruckapp.com/) permite que os condutores de camiões encontrem locais de estacionamento e lavagem em toda a Europa, permitindo-lhes reservar locais SNAP através da aplicação.

  • Verifique as instalações da paragem de camiões escolhida:** Procure um local que ofereça comodidades essenciais como comida, casas de banho e chuveiros para uma estadia mais confortável.

  • Elementos de segurança:** A maior parte das paragens de camiões e MSAs têm elementos de segurança. Utilizando o [mapa SNAP] (https://snapacc.com/map/) ou o[ intruck] (https://intruckapp.com/), os condutores podem verificar os dispositivos de segurança de um local, incluindo vedações, CCTV, guardas noturnos e acreditações TAPA.

Regulamentos de estacionamento para estadias curtas.

Os condutores de camiões podem estacionar nas bermas ou nos passeios se o estacionamento se destinar a cargas e descargas essenciais. Existem algumas excepções que devem ser tidas em conta antes de efetuar as cargas e descargas:

  • Os condutores não devem estacionar onde existem marcações amarelas no passeio e os sinais verticais aconselham restrições.

  • O veículo não deve ser deixado sem vigilância.

  • Nos itinerários vermelhos, os condutores devem estar atentos aos espaços especialmente assinalados e sinalizados que indicam quando e onde é permitido efetuar cargas e descargas.

  • Os municípios e as propriedades privadas podem ter regulamentos diferentes.

Os veículos pesados de mercadorias podem utilizar a faixa exterior?

Os condutores de camiões estão limitados a utilizar as faixas um e dois. Numa autoestrada de quatro faixas, os condutores podem utilizar a faixa três. No entanto, os veículos pesados de mercadorias não estão autorizados a utilizar a faixa mais à direita.

O que torna uma estrada inadequada para veículos pesados de mercadorias?

Uma estrada pode ser considerada inadequada para veículos pesados de mercadorias pelas seguintes razões:

- Inclinações acentuadas: Estas representam um desafio para muitos veículos pesados de mercadorias, especialmente camiões longos ou articulados. Subir uma inclinação acentuada para um veículo pesado de mercadorias é uma tarefa difícil devido à sua carga pesada, o que leva a uma redução da tração e à rotação das rodas.

- Largura limitada: As estradas com largura limitada podem apresentar curvas acentuadas ou muros de ambos os lados e não são adequadas para camiões. Devido ao seu raio de viragem, os veículos pesados de mercadorias necessitam de mais espaço para manobrar. As estradas com muros de ambos os lados deixam pouca margem para erros e aumentam o risco de um camião ficar preso ou causar danos.

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quarta-feira 18 setembro 2024 • Conselhos ao condutor

VISÃO CLARA À FRENTE: A IMPORTÂNCIA DOS CUIDADOS OFTALMOLÓGICOS PARA OS CONDUTORES DE CAMIÕES

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quinta-feira 29 agosto 2024 • Conselhos ao condutor

UM GUIA DO CAMIONISTA PARA A ELABORAÇÃO DO ORÇAMENTO

Susie Jones

As a truck driver, you are used to travelling long distances and working anti-social hours which can often mean added expenses. But how do you save money as a truck driver? Tracking your expenses and managing your money can be difficult, but we’ve put together some handy tips to help you budget. Taking the time to prepare for the journey can save you money and give you peace of mind. • Supplies: Work out what items you will need to ensure you don’t have to fork out on expensive items whilst on the road. • Food: Preparing your food may be a simple trick but an effective one when it comes to saving the pennies. Eating out is often expensive and sometimes unhealthy, try making your meals in your cab. Having a microwave and fridge in your cab will make meal-prepping that much easier. Check out our tips for staying . • Journey planning: Planning the most efficient route can save you money on fuel and unexpected toll charges. 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However, there are many ways that you can save on it: • Tyre pressure: Underinflated tyres will reduce your fuel economy, so it’s important to regularly check them. • Reduce idling: Stop the engine if you know you’re going to be stationary for a while. An hour of idling can burn roughly a gallon of fuel. • Use cruise control: Cruise control can reduce unnecessary acceleration and deceleration. • Drive in a higher gear: This will maximise fuel efficiency as travelling at high speeds in lower gears can consume 45% more fuel. • Air conditioning: It can increase your fuel consumption by up to 0.4 miles per gallon. If possible, travel with the window open before resorting to air con. In addition to these tips, offers a sustainable, transparent pricing structure and discounted rates at our partner company, Certas Energy’s refuelling locations. Some employers will offer their drivers reward programmes to assist them with saving money. Items such as a discount on food, drink, showers, and cleaning facilities can all help with saving. Additionally, if you are a SNAP customer, we’re able to offer you food vouchers at participating truck stops. Whether it’s getting in touch with family via video call or streaming your favourite shows, having the option to hook up to the WiFi can save you a substantial amount. Solely using your phone’s data can get expensive and can leave you with an unexpectedly high bill. Most truck stops will offer WiFi for drivers, and you can always find out which truck stops offer this on our page. This is often down to the individual, as with any job you will have aspects you find difficult that others wouldn’t. Long hours, time spent away from loved ones, and a sedentary lifestyle can make the job tough. On top of this, you will have to deal with external difficulties such as road congestion, tight scheduling and sometimes working overtime. 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