Regulatory
STOP
You must come to a complete stop.
What to do: Stop, check in all directions and proceed only when the road is clear.
Rule 218; sign R1, printed page 76Road-sign guide · 19 selected signs
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Use this guide with Topics 2 and 3. Those topics explain the sign groups and include sign-image questions. Topic 4 covers road markings, traffic lights and signals from authorised personnel.
Showing 19 signs
Regulatory
GIVE WAY
Give priority to traffic on the road you are joining or crossing.
What to do: Slow down and be ready to stop. If in doubt, give way.
Rule 217; sign R2, printed page 76
Regulatory
Maximum speed 60 km/h
Do not exceed 60 km/h.
What to do: Use a lower speed whenever the road, traffic or weather requires it.
Rule 140; sign R201, printed page 76
Regulatory
No entry
Vehicles must not enter from this direction.
What to do: Do not pass the sign; use another lawful route.
Sign R3, printed page 76
Regulatory
Keep left
Pass to the left of the sign or obstruction.
What to do: Keep to the left unless another sign or road marking directs you differently.
Rule 189; sign R103, printed page 76
Regulatory
Proceed left only
You must proceed to the left at this point.
What to do: Check mirrors, signal when needed and proceed left only when the way is safe.
Sign R105, printed page 76
Regulatory
No overtaking
Overtaking is prohibited beyond this sign.
What to do: Stay behind until the restriction ends and an overtake is otherwise safe.
Rule 171; sign R214, printed page 77
Regulatory
No parking
Parking is prohibited where the restriction applies.
What to do: Do not park; check any supplementary plate for the area or times covered.
Sign R216, printed page 77
Warning
Roundabout ahead
A roundabout is ahead.
What to do: Reduce speed, select the correct lane and prepare to give way to traffic on your right.
Rule 228; sign W201, printed page 78
Warning
Crossroads on a priority road
A crossroads is ahead while you are travelling on the priority road.
What to do: Slow down, watch for traffic entering from either side and be ready to respond.
Sign W102, printed page 78
Warning
Pedestrians ahead
Pedestrians may be in or near the road ahead.
What to do: Reduce speed, look carefully and be prepared to stop.
Rule 206; sign W307, printed page 78
Warning
Children ahead
Children may be crossing or close to the road.
What to do: Slow down, watch both sides of the road and be ready for sudden movement.
Rules 208–210; sign W308, printed page 79
Warning
Roadworks ahead
Temporary roadworks or workers are ahead.
What to do: Obey temporary signs and limits and stay outside coned-off areas.
Rule 197; sign TW336, printed page 79
Warning
Traffic signals ahead
Traffic signals control the road ahead.
What to do: Reduce speed and be ready to stop if the signal requires it.
Rule 282; sign W301, printed page 78
Warning
Road narrows on both sides
The usable road becomes narrower on both sides ahead.
What to do: Slow down, keep a safe position and allow for oncoming traffic.
Sign W328, printed page 79
Warning
Slippery road
The road surface may offer reduced grip.
What to do: Reduce speed and use the brakes, steering and accelerator smoothly.
Rules 135–136; sign W333, printed page 79
Warning
Domestic animals ahead
Domestic animals may be on or beside the road ahead.
What to do: Slow down, leave plenty of room and avoid frightening the animals.
Rule 64; sign W310, printed page 79
Information
No through road
The road ahead does not provide a through route.
What to do: Continue only if your destination is on that road; otherwise choose another route.
Sign IN4, printed page 80
Guidance
Advance direction sign
Route numbers, destinations and directions are shown before a junction.
What to do: Read the sign early, choose the correct position and signal before changing direction.
Sign GD1, printed page 81