Warning signs
These signs warn you of hazards ahead, such as roundabouts, crossroads, dangerous bends or anything else that would call on you to drive more carefully. You should always take special care when you see a warning sign. If you fail to observe these signs you could create an emergency.
What they look like
All warning signs have the same format. They:
- are diamond or rectangular shaped,
- have a yellow background with a black border, and
- use a black symbol to show the hazard ahead.
They are also upright, meaning they are at the side of the road or mounted on a wall instead of painted onto the road surface.
This diagram shows some of the most common warning signs.
There are more warning signs displayed in the Warning traffic signs section.
Roadwork signs
These signs differ from other warning signs. You should always take extra care and reduce your speed when you see these signs.
The signs are:
- rectangular or diamond shaped, and
- orange with a black border and black symbols or words.
The images below are examples of these signs.
The movement of vehicles at or near roadworks is controlled by law.
Stop and Go traffic control at roadworks
When road works are being carried out you must stop when you see the Stop sign below. You may only proceed through or past the road works when the Go sign (Téigh) is displayed. It is an offence not to obey these signs.
Where plant or machinery is crossing the roadway and no matter what direction you approach from, you must stop when you see the Stop sign below. You must obey these road signs. The signs can be operated by mechanical or manual means.
There are more signs displayed in the Warning signs for road works section.
Variable Message Signs
These signs provide information in an electronic format and are designed to inform you of a range of issues relating to roads and road safety. The content of the sign will change, dependent on the situation. You should pay particular attention to these signs and messages.
