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More About Road Signs And Markings
Regulatory signs
 Regulatory signs are used to control the actions of drivers and traffic flow. They include traffic flow control signs
that regulate the movement of traffic, command signs that tell you what to do, and also prohibition signs that
indicate what is not allowed. It is an offence to disobey any of these signs. If you do so, you can be fined. There
are temporary versions for some of these signs and they have yellow, red and black colour combinations.
Warning signs
 Warning signs indicate potential dangers or hazards that you may come across on the road ahead. They
are usually found some distance before the hazard to allow you plenty of time to react. The signs are white
triangles with a red border and black message symbol or word. Temporary versions of the signs have a yellow
background.
When you encounter a warning sign, look out for any Stop, Yield or other regulatory signs that may be displayed.
Reduce speed and proceed with caution.
Hazard marker plates are rectangular red and white plates (or red and yellow for temporary versions) that are
positioned at the hazard itself, for example, on a sharp bend or at an obstruction on or at the edge of the road.
Information signs
These signs provide information about the road ahead so that you can plan your road and lane usage accordingly.
Guidance signs
These signs give guidance regarding the route, and include, for example, distances and directions to destinations
and public facilities, as well as traffic lane situations ahead.
 Road surface markings
Road markings are traffic signs painted onto the road surface. They can be classified into Regulatory, Warning,
and Information markings. They have the same meanings as the traffic signs mounted on poles or above the
road, and drivers should react accordingly. Surface markings are painted in white, yellow or red, according to
the message they convey.
As a general rule, you may not stop on a red line, you may not park on a yellow line, and you may not cross a
solid white line, except those that cross the width of the road.
Preparation manual
IMPORTANT: Full details of all the road signs - including their meanings and how the motorist should respond - are given in THE NEW K53 MANUAL. To order the manual online, click on the appropriate link: English edition | Afrikaans edition
Table of Contents:
The Learner's Licence Test
Learner's Licence Application Requirements
Writing The Test
What You Must Know
Road Signs And Markings - Overview
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