When driving a vehicle, it is imperative to know the prescribed traffic rules and follow them. To make it easier for drivers to navigate one-way roads, 5.5 traffic control signs will be installed everywhere in 2019.
If you know all their symbols and strictly follow them, there will be no confusion on the road.
One way road: sign 5.5
So, quite often in cities you can find streets where traffic is allowed only in one direction. Such sections of the road are called one-way streets.
And in order not to create an emergency situation by accidentally driving onto such a section of the road from the wrong side, you need to know the sign.
In appearance, road sign 5.5 has a square shape and is a white arrow on a blue background. If on the way you come across a sign for exiting a one-way road, this means that you can only move in one direction for the entire width of the lane. You can also park your vehicles on such streets, on either side of the roadway, if a parking space is provided there. But for this it is necessary that the street have at least two lanes for traffic, otherwise parking on both sides will be impossible.
Such a sign should be installed at the beginning of the roadway, where traffic will begin in only one direction.
It is also worth noting that you can move through the territory where this sign is installed straight, left, right, and also in reverse. But as for the reversal, it cannot be performed.
This sign takes place in, when driving around the ring you can often see its installation.
Regarding trucks, they also have the right to drive on such sections of the road. Vehicles whose weight does not exceed 3.5 tons can stop only on the left side of the road and only unload goods if necessary.
It is also worth noting that such a sign is installed at the place where the one-way section begins, and along the entire length of the path; it is not necessary to install it again. The only exceptions will be cases where there are intersections with a complex layout along the way. Therefore, after such intersections, such a special instruction sign must be installed again.
Other signs related to one-way traffic
There are also signs 5.7.1 and 5.7.2 indicating exit onto a one-way road. They must be installed in front of all side exits where further movement can only be carried out in one direction.
It is permissible not to install such signs in places where access to adjacent areas is possible only from a one-way street.
To warn drivers about one-way traffic on the street, but on the other hand, there must be a sign such as a ban on further movement. People all know it as a “brick” and that movement under the sign is prohibited.
When such a sign is encountered along the way, it will only mean one thing: further movement through the indicated territory cannot be continued. And it applies to all vehicles, with the exception of route vehicles.
There may also be another sign that will also indicate one-way traffic, but with a dedicated lane for route vehicles. On such a road there will be a dedicated oncoming lane for public transport. Of course, other vehicles should not drive onto it; this also threatens punishment.
The appearance of such a sign is no different from the designation of a one-way path, with the only difference that next to it there will also be an image of a bus with an arrow pointing in the opposite direction. And when the section of the road with one-way traffic and a dedicated lane for buses ends, then the same sign should be installed in this place, but already crossed out with a red line.
End of validity of the sign
A road that is restricted to one-way traffic only will have its own defined boundaries. If the beginning of such a section should be indicated by sign 5.5, then when the effect of the road sign ends, another one, sign 5.6, should be installed, which marks the end of the road with traffic in one direction.
Such a sign is a sign of a special instruction, just like the one that informs about the start of movement in one direction. And in appearance it will be the same as sign 5.5, but with the image of a crossed out arrow. And it will mean that from the place where it is installed, one-way traffic ends and normal, two-way traffic begins.
Therefore, along with it there must be another sign indicating the beginning of movement in both directions. This is a triangular sign, framed in red, with two black arrows pointing in different directions, on a white background. It should not be installed in places where a one-way road ends at an intersection.
Penalty for violation
As practice shows, not all drivers regularly follow the prescribed rules. In this regard, there are penalties established by law for violators.
Thus, if a motorist, contrary to the rules, enters the lane intended for oncoming traffic, or onto tram tracks, he faces a fine of 5,000 rubles. An alternative may be deprivation of the driver's license to drive a vehicle for up to six months.
New road signs introduced 01.2006
1. Restricted parking zone signs.They will be installed on sections of roads with parking restrictions. The sign on the right indicates zone cancellation.
2. Signs “Zone with maximum speed restrictions.”
They are installed within the boundaries of the site on which they operate.
3. Pedestrian zone signs
indicate areas where only pedestrian traffic is allowed.
4. “Regulated parking zone” signs
indicate the method of parking and the duration of the sign.
5. “Settlement” signs
will tell the driver that he/t/dorogi_rossii/ needs to reduce the speed to 60 km/h.
6. Sign “Direction of turn”
will indicate the detour direction.
7. “Harness” sign
stands for speed bump.
8. Congestion sign
will warn drivers about traffic jams.
9. “Dangerous Roadside” sign
They will put it where it is better not to leave the road.
10. Sign “Intersection with a secondary road”
will help you find the lane.
11. Sign “Turn right (left)”
will indicate the direction of movement.
12. “Control” sign
will appear at police posts, entrances to border and closed areas, as well as on toll roads. A stop is required!
13. Beach or Pool Sign
will indicate where you can refresh yourself.
14. Sign “Radio communication zone with emergency services”
will tell you which radio channel owners of portable civilian radio stations should switch to.
15. Sign “Reception area of a radio station transmitting traffic information”
If you have a shortwave radio station installed in your car, then to communicate you need to switch to the specified frequency.
16. Sign “General maximum speed limits”
will appear at all entrances to Russia and will inform visitors about speed limits on our roads.
17. Plates “Type of route vehicle”
will be installed at “intercept” parking lots and will tell drivers where to go next.
Warning signs
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Warning signs inform drivers that they are approaching a dangerous section of the road, driving along which requires taking measures appropriate to the situation. |
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Designation of a crossing not equipped with a barrier |
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Approaching a railway crossing |
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"Dangerous bend" |
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"Dangerous Turns" |
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"Rotation direction" |
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Warning signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 - 1.33 outside populated areas are installed at a distance of 150 - 300 m, in populated areas - at a distance of 50 - 100 m before the start of the dangerous section. If necessary, signs can be installed at a different distance, which in this case is indicated on plate 8.1.1. Signs 1.13 and 1.14 can be installed without plate 8.1.1 immediately before the start of a descent or ascent, if the descents and ascents follow one another. Sign 1.25 when carrying out short-term work on the roadway can be installed without sign 8.1.1 at a distance of 10 - 15 m from the work site. Sign 1.32 is used as a temporary sign or in signs with a variable image before an intersection, from where it is possible to bypass a section of the road where a traffic jam has formed. Outside populated areas, signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.9, 1.10, 1.23 and 1.25 are repeated. The second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section. Signs 1.23 and 1.25 are also repeated in populated areas immediately at the beginning of the dangerous section. |
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Priority signs
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Priority signs establish the order of passage through intersections, intersections of roadways or narrow sections of the road. |
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"Secondary road junction" |
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Prohibition signs
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Prohibition signs introduce or remove certain traffic restrictions. |
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"No entry" |
"Movement Prohibition" |
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"Movement of mechanical |
"Truck traffic is prohibited" |
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"Motorcycles are prohibited" |
"Tractor traffic is prohibited" |
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"Driving with a trailer is prohibited" |
"The movement of horse-drawn carts is prohibited" |
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"Bicycles are prohibited" |
"No Pedestrians" |
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"Weight limit" |
"Weight limit, |
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"Height Limit" |
"Width Limit" |
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"Length Limit" |
"Minimum distance limitation" |
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"Customs" |
"Danger" |
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"Control" |
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"Right turns are prohibited" |
"Left turn prohibited" |
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"U-turn prohibited" |
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"Overtaking is prohibited" |
"End of the no-overtaking zone" |
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"Overtaking of trucks is prohibited" |
"End of the no-overtaking zone for trucks" |
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"Maximum speed limit" |
"End of maximum limit zone |
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"Sound signal prohibited" |
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"Stopping prohibited" |
"No parking" |
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"Parking is prohibited on odd days |
"Parking is prohibited on even days |
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When signs 3.29 and 3.30 are used simultaneously on opposite sides of the roadway, parking is permitted on both sides of the roadway from 19:00 to 21:00 (rearrangement time). |
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"The end of the zone of all restrictions" |
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"Movement of vehicles with |
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The signs do not apply to: 3.2 - 3.8 - for vehicles of federal postal service organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on a blue background on the side surface, and vehicles that serve enterprises located in the designated zone, and also serve citizens or belong to citizens living or working in the designated zone . In these cases, vehicles must enter and exit the designated area at the intersection closest to their destination; 3.28 - 3.30 - on vehicles of federal postal organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on the side surface on a blue background, as well as on taxis with a taximeter turned on; 3.2, 3.3, 3.28 - 3.30 - for vehicles driven by disabled people of groups I and II or transporting such disabled people. The effect of signs 3.18.1, 3.18.2 extends to the intersection of roadways in front of which the sign is installed. The coverage area of signs 3.16, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26 - 3.30 extends from the place where the sign is installed to the nearest intersection behind it, and in populated areas, in the absence of an intersection, to the end of the populated area. The effect of the signs is not interrupted at exit points from areas adjacent to the road and at intersections (junctions) with field, forest and other secondary roads, in front of which the corresponding signs are not installed. The effect of sign 3.24, installed in front of a populated area indicated by sign 5.23.1 or 5.23.2, extends to this sign. The coverage area of signs may be reduced: |
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Mandatory signs
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Signs of special regulations
Information signs
On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed outside a populated area, a green or blue background means that traffic to the specified populated area or object will be carried out, respectively, along a motorway or other road. On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed in a populated area, inserts with a green or blue background mean that movement to the specified populated area or object after leaving this populated area will be carried out accordingly according to motorway or other road; The white background of the sign means that the specified object is located in this locality. Service marks
Additional information signs (plates)
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Almost every modern driver has experience driving outside the boundaries of his “home” city. Obviously, in this case completely different rules of conduct on the road begin to apply. It’s not that separate traffic rules are used, but some sections of them have been adjusted in connection with high-speed driving conditions. In particular, every motorist knows that within the city limits it is allowed to drive at a speed of no higher than 60 km/h (and even then not in all areas), while outside it on the highway this limit rises to 90. In order to differentiate These two zones use a “Settlement” road sign, which secretly establishes speed limits for movement. Let’s try to understand further what they are like, where they are installed, the coverage area and the legal aspects of their use.
Form and general provisions
If you refer to the current Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, the signs mentioned above can be found in the information and signage category. Their main purpose is to inform drivers, pedestrians and other road users about the location of nearby settlements and other infrastructure facilities. In addition, some of them are used to organize the direction of movement (for example, at intersections, on broadband roads) or its modes (setting priority speed).
A special feature of the signs “Beginning of a settlement” is a combination of informational and indicative qualities, which automatically classifies them as an independent group of special instructions. In the new edition of the traffic rules, information signs are divided into two categories - informational and special instructions. In this context, it turns out that they simultaneously perform two functions:
- They inform the driver about the approach to a certain city or town along the direction of the vehicle’s movement or its end.
- Separate speed limits are introduced on designated sections of the road.
The group includes three main signs, each of which is paired (one conventionally indicates the beginning of a settlement, and the second its end):
- the Settlement sign on a white background is numbered in the Traffic Rules as 5.23.1. On the surface of a white rectangular plate you can find the letter name of the city/village itself. It is duplicated by the sign “End of a populated area” (5.24.1), visually repeating the base 5.23.1, but it has a red line that crosses out the name diagonally;
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- sign “Image of a populated area” 5.23.2 and duplicate 5.24.2. It has the same white background and shape as the previous one, but instead of the name of a specific locality, it contains the contours and outlines of several buildings closely located to each other;
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- the “Settlement” sign on a blue background (serial number in traffic rules 5.25) and its duplicate version (5.26), indicating the end of the special traffic regime coverage area, are in form and content a complete analogue of the first group. The main visual difference is that the sign is blue, and the outline border and name of the locality are white.
As for the sizes of these signs, they are fully regulated by the state standard of the Russian Federation GOST R 52290-2004. It standardizes, first of all, the height of the font used to display the name of the locality. It is selected from the approved range from 75 to 500 mm. This range of sizes is due to the fact that in both the old and new editions of the standard there is a gradation of sizes from small (I) to very large (IV). Accordingly, each of the standard sizes is used in suitable road conditions. For example, smaller letters are applicable within the city limits or on its border, while large ones are forced to be used in highway conditions, where the situation needs to be assessed in advance.
In addition, during production, one should take into account the fact that the signs of the first and third groups belong to the category of individual design objects. This is due to the fact that each settlement has a different number of letters in its name, which forces us to make a sign of different lengths (with roughly the same height). At the same time, 5.23.2 and 5.24.2 do not belong to this category and their dimensions in height and length have the same ratio for all four categories.
Why are there so many signs?
Many people who are far from automotive affairs, and even drivers, often have a question: why use as many as six road signs to indicate the beginning and end of populated areas instead of two? The question, of course, is logical on the one hand, but in the legal field everything is not obvious. The fact is that the concept of a populated area from the point of view of the Traffic Rules and the same geography, that is, common sense and logic, which guides the majority of those asking, can be very different.
For example, in administrative-territorial terms, the boundaries of a city and a village are tied to geographic coordinates, a cadastral plan, etc. If we completely simplify this issue, then let’s say that the village ends where the border of the last house, fence or vegetable garden is.
At the same time, the Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, as well as those of the rest of the world, tie city boundaries to main, regional, and local roads passing directly through or near a populated area. It is this last statement that becomes the reason that in practice as many as three groups of signs are used instead of one, but more on that later.
Signs on white background
Let's consider a situation when a car, moving in a given direction, approaches a city or village along a road that directly crosses it lengthwise from beginning to end, that is, formally crossing the city limits, the car ends up on a section of the road where, by definition, the Rules for the movement of motor vehicles begin to apply in populated areas.
This means the presence of intersections, traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, etc. along the route. Here, of course, you will have to deal with a lot of markings regulating traffic, but the main thing is why a road sign will be installed at the beginning of the city. Settlement on a white background - this is the current maximum maximum limit. speed at 60 km/h. The coverage area of such a sign does not extend, as in most cases, to the section of the road up to the next intersection, but ends exactly where the duplicate sign is located (5.24.1).
Signs on a blue background
If the route passes near a populated area, conditionally not through the center, but away from the main area, then most often a blue sign for the populated area will be installed, and there is no point in limiting the speed from 90 (or 110 for highways) to 60 km/h. It can also be used if the road runs within a city or town. Then an indispensable condition for the operation of highway speed limits should be the presence of bump stops on the roadsides and in the central part separating the directions of vehicle movement. It should also be mentioned that, according to GOST R 52290-2004, if there is a need to install such a sign on a highway, then its background is changed from blue to green.
However, in 2013, a third pair of road signs on a white background were introduced, namely "Dense Development" (5.23.2) and "End Dense Development" (5.24.2). If the first of them is installed after the Settlement road sign on a blue background, then it automatically sets the speed limit to 60 km/h, as in city limits.
international experience
In addition to the fact that motorists have to travel the length and breadth of domestic roads, some of them have the opportunity or need to travel abroad in a personal or corporate car. And here a logical question arises - “are there signs for limiting speed limits in populated areas, like in Russia?” As an example, we can take the experience of the EU country closest to the former USSR - Poland.
According to Polish traffic regulations, only the second group, identical to our dense buildings, affects the speed limit. The first group (green background) simply designates a city or town located in the traffic zone, that is, it performs the same functions as our blue settlement sign.
Responsibility for violating the requirements of these signs in both domestic and foreign practice occurs under the same article as classic speeding.
Traffic rules questions regarding the sign Start of a populated area
What signs inform you that the requirements of the Rules establishing traffic rules in populated areas apply on this road?
- Only A
- A and B
Road signs that are in force on the roads in 2018:
1.1 "Railway crossing with a barrier."
1.2 “Railway crossing without a barrier.”
1.3.1 “Single-track railway”.
1.3.2 "Multi-track railway".
Designation of a railway crossing not equipped with a barrier: 1.3.1 - with one track, 1.3.2 - with two tracks or more.
1.4.1 - 1.4.6 “Approaching a railway crossing.” Additional warning about approaching a railway crossing outside of populated areas.
1.5 "Intersection with a tram line."
1.6 “Intersection of equivalent roads.”
1.7 "Roundabout intersection".
1.8 “Traffic light regulation”. An intersection, pedestrian crossing or section of road where traffic is regulated by a traffic light.
1.9 "Drawbridge". Drawbridge or ferry crossing.
1.10 “Departure to the embankment.” Departure to the embankment or shore.
1.11.1, 1.11.2 “Dangerous turn.”
Rounding a road with a small radius or with limited visibility: 1.11.1 - to the right, 1.11.2 - to the left.
1.12.1, 1.12.2 - “Dangerous turns”.
A section of the road with dangerous turns: 1.12.1 - with the first turn to the right, 1.12.2 - with the first turn to the left.
1.13 “Steep descent.”
1.14 “Steep climb.”
1.15 "Slippery road." A section of road with increased slipperiness of the roadway.
1.16 "Rough Road" A section of road that has unevenness on the roadway (undulations, potholes, uneven junctions with bridges, etc.).
1.17 “Artificial hump”. A section of road with artificial hump(s) to force a reduction in speed.
1.18 "Gravel release". A section of road where gravel, crushed stone and the like can be thrown out from under the wheels of vehicles.
1.19 "Dangerous roadside." A section of road where pulling off to the side of the road is dangerous.
1.20.1 - 1.20.3 “Narrowing of the road.”
Tapering on both sides - 1.20.1, on the right - 1.20.2, on the left - 1.20.3.
1.21 “Two-way traffic”. The beginning of a section of road (roadway) with oncoming traffic.
1.22 “Pedestrian crossing”. Pedestrian crossing marked with signs 5.19.1, 5.19.2 and (or) markings 1.14.1 and 1.14.2.
1.23 "Children". A section of road near a children's institution (school, health camp, etc.), on the roadway of which children may appear.
1.24 “Intersection with a bicycle path.”
1.25 “Road works”.
1.26 “Cattle Driving.”
1.27 "Wild Animals".
1.28 “Falling Stones.” A section of road where avalanches, landslides, and falling rocks are possible.
1.29 "Sidewind".
1.30 "Low-flying planes."
1.31 "Tunnel". A tunnel in which there is no artificial lighting, or a tunnel in which the visibility of the entrance portal is limited.
1.32 "Congestion". A section of road where there is a traffic jam.
1.33 "Other hazards." A section of road that contains hazards that are not indicated by other warning signs.
1.34.1, 1.34.2 “Rotation direction”. Direction of movement on a curved road of small radius with limited visibility. Direction to bypass the road section being repaired.
1.34.3 "Rotation direction". Driving directions at a T-junction or fork in the road. Directions to bypass the road section being repaired.
2. Priority signs
2.1 "Main Road". A road on which the right of way is granted to unregulated intersections.
2.2 "The end of the main road."
2.3.1 “Intersection with a secondary road.”
2.3.2 - 2.3.7 “Adjunction of a secondary road.”
Adjacent to the right - 2.3.2, 2.3.4, 2.3.6, to the left - 2.3.3, 2.3.5, 2.3.7.
2.4 “Give way.” The driver must give way to vehicles moving on the road being crossed, and, if there is a sign 8.13, on the main road.
2.5 “Driving without stopping is prohibited.” It is prohibited to drive without stopping in front of the stop line, and if there is none, in front of the edge of the roadway being crossed. The driver must give way to vehicles moving along the intersection, and if there is a sign 8.13 - on the main road.
Sign 2.5 can be installed in front of a railway crossing or quarantine post. In these cases, the driver must stop in front of the stop line, and if there is no stop line, in front of the sign.
2.6 “Advantage of oncoming traffic.”
It is prohibited to enter a narrow section of road if this may impede oncoming traffic. The driver must give way to oncoming vehicles located in a narrow area or the opposite entrance to it.
2.7 "Advantage over oncoming traffic."
A narrow section of road on which the driver has advantage over oncoming vehicles.
3. Prohibition signs
Prohibition signs introduce or remove certain traffic restrictions.
3.1 “Entry is prohibited.” Entry of all vehicles in this direction is prohibited.
3.2 “Movement is prohibited.” All vehicles are prohibited.
3.3 “The movement of motor vehicles is prohibited.”
3.4 “Truck traffic is prohibited.”
The movement of trucks and vehicle combinations with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons (if the weight is not indicated on the sign) or with a permissible maximum weight more than indicated on the sign, as well as tractors and self-propelled vehicles is prohibited.
3.5 “Motorcycles are prohibited.”
3.6 “Movement of tractors is prohibited.” The movement of tractors and self-propelled vehicles is prohibited.
3.7 “Moving with a trailer is prohibited.”
It is prohibited to drive trucks and tractors with trailers of any type, as well as tow motor vehicles.
3.8 “The movement of horse-drawn carts is prohibited.”
The movement of horse-drawn carts (sleighs), riding and pack animals, as well as the passage of livestock is prohibited.
3.9 “Bicycles are prohibited.” Bicycles and mopeds are prohibited.
3.10 “Pedestrian traffic is prohibited.”
3.11 “Weight limitation”.
The movement of vehicles, including combinations of vehicles, the total actual weight of which is greater than that indicated on the sign, is prohibited.
3.12 “Limitation of mass per vehicle axle.”
It is prohibited to drive vehicles whose actual weight on any axle exceeds that indicated on the sign.
3.13 "Height limitation".
The movement of vehicles whose overall height (with or without cargo) is greater than that indicated on the sign is prohibited.
3.14 "Width limitation". It is prohibited to drive vehicles whose overall width (laden or unladen) is greater than that indicated on the sign.
3.15 "Length limitation".
The movement of vehicles (vehicle trains) whose overall length (with or without cargo) is greater than that indicated on the sign is prohibited.
3.16 “Minimum distance limitation.”
It is prohibited to drive vehicles with a distance between them less than that indicated on the sign.
3.17.1 “Customs”. It is prohibited to travel without stopping at a customs office (checkpoint).
3.17.2 "Danger"
The further movement of all vehicles without exception is prohibited due to a traffic accident, accident, fire or other danger.
3.17.3 "Control". Driving through checkpoints without stopping is prohibited.
3.18.1 “Right turns are prohibited.”
3.18.2 “Left turns are prohibited.”
3.19 “Turning is prohibited.”
3.20 “Overtaking is prohibited.”
It is prohibited to overtake all vehicles except slow-moving vehicles, horse-drawn carts, mopeds and two-wheeled motorcycles without sidecars.
3.21 “End of the no-overtaking zone.”
3.22 “Overtaking by trucks is prohibited.”
It is prohibited for trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons to overtake all vehicles.
3.23 “End of the no-overtaking zone for trucks.”
3.24 “Maximum speed limit.”
It is prohibited to drive at a speed (km/h) exceeding that indicated on the sign.
3.25 “End of maximum speed limit zone.”
3.26 “Sound signal is prohibited.”
It is prohibited to use sound signals, except in cases where the signal is given to prevent a traffic accident.
3.27 “Stopping is prohibited.” Stopping and parking of vehicles is prohibited.
3.28 “Parking is prohibited.” Parking of vehicles is prohibited.
3.29 “Parking is prohibited on odd days of the month.”
3.30 “Parking is prohibited on even days of the month.”
When signs 3.29 and 3.30 are used simultaneously on opposite sides of the roadway, parking is permitted on both sides of the roadway from 19:00 to 21:00 (rearrangement time).
3.31 “End of the zone of all restrictions.”
Designation of the end of the coverage area simultaneously for several signs from the following: 3.16, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26 - 3.30.
3.32 “The movement of vehicles with dangerous goods is prohibited.”
The movement of vehicles equipped with identification signs (information plates) “Dangerous cargo” is prohibited.
3.33 “The movement of vehicles with explosive and flammable cargo is prohibited.”
4. Mandatory signs
4.1.1 “Move straight ahead.”
4.1.2 “Move to the right.”
4.1.3 “Move to the left.”
4.1.4 “Move straight or to the right.”
4.1.5 “Move straight or left.”
4.1.6 “Movement to the right or left.”
Driving is permitted only in the directions indicated by arrows on the signs. Signs that permit a left turn also permit a U-turn (signs 4.1.1 - 4.1.6 with a configuration of arrows corresponding to the required directions of movement at a particular intersection can be used).
Signs 4.1.1 - 4.1.6 do not apply to route vehicles. The effect of signs 4.1.1 - 4.1.6 extends to the intersection of roadways in front of which the sign is installed. The effect of sign 4.1.1, installed at the beginning of a section of road, extends to the nearest intersection. The sign does not prohibit turning right into courtyards and other areas adjacent to the road.
4.2.1 “Avoiding obstacles on the right.”
4.2.2 “Avoiding obstacles on the left.” Detour is permitted only from the direction indicated by the arrow.
4.2.3 “Avoiding obstacles on the right or left.” Detour is permitted from any direction.
4.3 "Circular movement". Movement in the direction indicated by the arrows is permitted.
4.4 "Bicycle path".
Only bicycles and mopeds are allowed. Pedestrians can also use the bike path (if there is no sidewalk or pedestrian path).
4.5 "Pedestrian path". Only pedestrians are allowed to move.
4.6 “Minimum speed limit.” Driving is only permitted at the specified speed or higher (km/h).
4.7 “End of minimum speed limit zone.”
The movement of vehicles equipped with identification signs (information tables) “Dangerous Goods” is permitted only in the direction indicated on the sign: 4.8.1 - straight, 4.8.2 - right, 4.8.3 - left.
5. Signs of special regulations
Special regulations signs introduce or cancel certain traffic modes.
5.1 "Highway".
A road on which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation apply, establishing the procedure for driving on highways.
5.2 "End of the motorway."
5.3 “Road for cars.”
A road intended for use only by cars, buses and motorcycles.
5.4 “The end of the road for cars.”
5.5 “One-way road.”
A road or carriageway along which vehicle traffic across its entire width is carried out in one direction.
5.6 "The end of a one-way road."
5.7.1, 5.7.2 “Entering a one-way road.” Entering a one-way road or carriageway.
5.8 "Reverse movement".
The beginning of a section of road where one or more lanes may change direction to the opposite direction.
5.9 “End of reverse movement.”
5.10 “Entering a road with reverse traffic.”
5.11 “Road with a lane for route vehicles.” A road on which the movement of route vehicles, cyclists and vehicles used as passenger taxis is carried out along a specially designated lane towards the general flow of vehicles.
5.12 “End of the road with a lane for route vehicles.”
5.13.1, 5.13.2 “Entering a road with a lane for route vehicles.”
5.14 “Lane for route vehicles.” A lane intended for the movement only of route vehicles, cyclists and vehicles used as passenger taxis moving in the same direction as the general flow of vehicles.
5.14.2 “Lane for cyclists” - a lane of the roadway intended for the movement of bicycles and mopeds, separated from the rest of the roadway by horizontal markings and marked with sign 5.14.2.
5.15.1 “Traffic directions along lanes.”
The number of lanes and permitted directions of movement for each of them.
5.15.2 “Lane directions”.
Permitted lane directions.
Signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2, which permit a left turn from the extreme left lane, also permit a U-turn from this lane.
Signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 do not apply to route vehicles. The effect of signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 installed in front of the intersection applies to the entire intersection, unless other signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 installed on it give other instructions.
5.15.3 “Start of stripe”.
The beginning of an additional uphill or braking lane. If the sign installed in front of the additional lane displays sign(s) 4.6 “Minimum speed limit,” then the driver of a vehicle who cannot continue driving along the main lane at the indicated or higher speed must change lanes to the lane located to his right.
5.15.4 “Start of stripe”.
The beginning of the middle section of a three-lane road intended for traffic in a given direction. If sign 5.15.4 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited.
5.15.5 “End of lane”. The end of an additional uphill lane or acceleration lane.
5.15.6 “End of lane”.
The end of a section of the median on a three-lane road intended for traffic in a given direction.
If sign 5.15.7 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited.
Signs 5.15.7 with the appropriate number of arrows can be used on roads with four or more lanes.
5.15.8 “Number of lanes”.
Indicates the number of lanes and lane modes. The driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the signs marked on the arrows.
5.16 “Bus and (or) trolleybus stopping place.”
5.17 “Tram stopping place.”
5.18 “Taxi parking area.”
5.19.1, 5.19.2 “Pedestrian crossing”.
If there are no markings 1.14.1 or 1.14.2 at the crossing, sign 5.19.1 is installed to the right of the road on the near border of the crossing relative to approaching vehicles, and sign 5.19.2 is installed to the left of the road on the far border of the crossing.
5.20 “Artificial hump”.
Indicates the boundaries of an artificial roughness. The sign is installed at the nearest boundary of the artificial hump relative to approaching vehicles.
5.21 “Residential area”.
The territory in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the rules of traffic in a residential area.
5.22 “End of the residential area.”
5.23.1, 5.23.2 “Beginning of a populated area.”
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas. 
5.24.1, 5.24.2 “End of a populated area.”
The place from which on a given road the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas, cease to apply.
5.25 “The beginning of a settlement.”
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, which establish traffic rules in populated areas, do not apply on this road.
5.26 “End of a settlement.”
The end of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Regulations of the Russian Federation, which establish traffic rules in populated areas, do not apply on this road.
5.27 “Zone with limited parking.”
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where parking is prohibited.
5.28 “End of restricted parking zone.”
5.29 “Regulated parking zone.”
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins, where parking is permitted and regulated with the help of signs and markings.
5.30 “End of regulated parking zone.”
5.31 “Zone with maximum speed limit.”
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where the maximum speed is limited.
5.32 “End of zone with maximum speed limit.”
5.33 “Pedestrian zone”.
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where only pedestrian traffic is allowed.
5.34 “End of the pedestrian zone.”
6. Information signs
Information signs inform about the location of populated areas and other objects, as well as established or recommended traffic modes.
6.1 “General maximum speed limits.”
General speed limits established by the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation.
The speed at which it is recommended to drive on this section of the road. The sign's coverage area extends to the nearest intersection, and when sign 6.2 is used together with a warning sign, it is determined by the length of the dangerous area.
6.3.1 “Turning space.” Turning left is prohibited.
6.3.2 "Turning area". Length of the turning zone. Turning left is prohibited.
6.4 “Parking location”.
6.5 "Emergency stop strip". Emergency stop strip on a steep descent.
6.6 “Underground pedestrian crossing.”
6.7 “Overground pedestrian crossing.”
6.8.1 - 6.8.3 "Deadlock". A road with no through passage.
6.9.1 "Advance directions"
6.9.2 "Advance direction indicator".
Directions to the settlements and other objects indicated on the sign. Signs may contain images of the sign 6.14.1 
, highway, airport and other pictograms. Sign 6.9.1 may contain images of other signs informing about traffic patterns. At the bottom of sign 6.9.1, the distance from the place where the sign is installed to the intersection or the beginning of the deceleration lane is indicated.
Sign 6.9.1 is also used to indicate a detour around sections of roads on which one of the prohibition signs 3.11 - 3.15 is installed.
6.9.3 “Traffic pattern”.
The route of movement when certain maneuvers are prohibited at an intersection or permitted directions of movement at a complex intersection.
6.10.1 “Direction indicator”
6.10.2 “Direction indicator”.
Driving directions to route points. The signs may indicate the distance (km) to the objects indicated on them, as well as symbols of a highway, airport and other pictograms.
6.11 “Name of the object.”
The name of an object other than a populated area (river, lake, pass, landmark, etc.).
6.12 "Distance indicator".
Distance (km) to settlements located along the route.
6.13 “Kilometer sign”. Distance (km) to the beginning or end of the road.
6.14.1, 6.14.2 “Route number”.
6.14.1 - number assigned to the road (route); 6.14.2 - number and direction of the road (route).
6.15.1 - 6.15.3 "Traffic direction for trucks."
6.16 "Stop line".
The place where vehicles stop when there is a prohibiting traffic light signal (traffic controller).
6.17 “Detour diagram”. Route to bypass a section of road temporarily closed to traffic.
Direction to bypass a section of road temporarily closed to traffic.
6.19.1, 6.19.2 “Preliminary indicator for changing lanes onto another roadway.”
The direction to bypass a section of the roadway closed to traffic on a road with a dividing strip or the direction of movement to return to the right roadway.
On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed outside a populated area, a green or blue background means that traffic to the specified populated area or object will be carried out, respectively, along a motorway or other road. On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed in a populated area, inserts with a green or blue background mean that movement to the specified populated area or object after leaving this populated area will be carried out accordingly according to motorway or other road; The white background of the sign means that the specified object is located in this locality.
7. Service marks
Service signs inform about the location of the relevant facilities.
7.1 “Medical aid station”.
7.2 "Hospital".
7.3 "Gas station".
7.4 “Car maintenance”.
7.5 "Car wash".
7.6 "Telephone".
7.7 “Food station”.
7.8 "Drinking water".
7.9 “Hotel or motel.”
7.10 "Camping".
7.11 "Resting Place."
7.12 “Road patrol post.”
7.13 "Police".
7.14 “International road transport control point.”
7.15 “Reception area of a radio station transmitting traffic information.”
A section of road where radio station broadcasts are received at the frequency indicated on the sign.
What do we see most often on the roads? Markings, traffic lights, queues of cars. But there are certain signs that the driver must pay attention to. It's about signs. What are they needed for?
Signs are a very important part of the rules of the road. They are mandatory to comply with. This is done not only for yourself, but also for your loved ones and just people around you. After all, if you follow traffic rules and look at road signs, you can protect yourself from accidents and other unpleasant moments that are increasingly happening on the roads lately.
Not only drivers of different categories should know them, but also pedestrians, who very often do not pay attention to them, and sometimes do not even know what this or that sign means. In this article we will look at the main types of traffic signs.
They are divided into eight categories, each of which is intended to familiarize drivers with specific information. We will consider in detail what types of road signs exist, the characteristic features of each group of signs, as well as their main purpose.
Categories of traffic signs
On the territory of our country there are the following types or groups of road signs:
- warning signs;
- traffic priority signs;
- prohibitory and restrictive signs;
- signs prescribing certain actions;
- signs that cancel or introduce certain traffic modes (special instructions);
- information road signs;
- signs informing about road service facilities;
- signs with additional information.
Each of these types of road traffic signs has a specific shape, color background, symbols and/or inscriptions. In addition, all plates have a digital indicator. The first number is the category, the second is the internal group number, and the third is the species.
They cannot be divided into secondary or major. The types of road signs discussed below are equally important. They are all intended to inform about any information or prohibition.
Warning
The characteristic features of this type of road signs are a triangular shape, a white background on which symbols are depicted in black paint, and a red frame.
According to the rules, warning signs are installed at a distance of 50/100 meters in front of a dangerous area, in rural or urban areas, or outside populated areas. If for some reason it is not possible to install a sign at the appropriate distance, then the distance (in meters) to the danger zone is indicated in the lower part. It is easy to confuse them with others due to their design.
There are also cross-shaped and rectangular warning signs. They are installed according to certain rules and regulations. For example, signs indicating railway tracks with a barrier (1.1), without a barrier (1.2), a drawbridge (1.9), an exit to the embankment (1.10) and others are installed strictly outside the city or village.
The distance for installing signs regarding the dangerous area should be at least 50 meters. Signs notifying about road works (1.23) and wild animals (1.25) are installed directly at the emergency site.
The Roundabout (1.7), Gravel Drop (1.17) and Cycle Path (1.22) signs warn that there is no roundabout or pedestrian crossing further down the road. Sometimes they are accompanied by additional signs of other categories.
Group of priority signs
Priority signs indicate traffic that is considered priority relative to other directions. As a rule, this type of road signs can be seen at intersections of roads and other similar areas. Most often in places with heavy traffic. Regulatory marks are also installed on narrow sections of the road.
Most often, a sign notifying that further movement is prohibited without a mandatory stop (2.5) can be found near railway crossings and barriers. It is needed to avoid collisions with trains.
In some cases, on the roadway you can see a traffic light and a regulatory sign, in rare cases - a sign and a traffic controller. In such situations, priority is given to the traffic controller or traffic lights. You should be especially careful, because when the traffic light is turned off, you must follow the posted sign.
Prohibiting
As can be seen from the name of the category, this type of road signs notifies road users of prohibited actions. But these signs, in turn, are divided into restrictive and prohibitive.
Restrictive signs allow you to continue moving as carefully as possible, while prohibiting signs inform you that travel is strictly prohibited.
Prohibition signs always have a round shape, a white background, on which a specific image is displayed in black paint. Only four characters of this subgroup have a blue background. In addition, there are four more black and white signs notifying the driver that previously prohibited traffic is allowed.
Signs in this group are usually the most difficult to learn, since there are some exceptions for restrictive and prohibitory signs. They apply to certain types of vehicles. It is also very often difficult to understand the territory of validity of a sign of this category.
Exceptions to prohibiting types of signs
Let us list the features of the prohibitory group of signs:
- When special signals or red and blue lights are turned on, this indicates that the driver is performing some kind of official assignment. In such situations, you are allowed to ignore any prohibiting sign.
- Signs notifying about the minimum distance limit (3.16), customs (3.17.1), danger (3.17.2), control point (3.17.3), prohibition of overtaking (3.20), minimum speed limit (3.24) must taken into account by all motorists.
- Signs informing about the prohibition of entry (3.1), movement (3.2), movement of motor vehicles (3.3), turning right (3.18.1), left (3.18.2), turning (3.19) and stopping (3.27) do not apply to minibuses.
- Signs prohibiting movement (3.2), movement of mechanical transport (3.3), trucks (3.4), motorcycles (3.5), tractors (3.6), vehicles with trailers (3.7), horse-drawn carts (3.8), as well as prohibited parking ( 3.28), on odd days (3.29), on even days (3.30) postal vehicles can be ignored.
- Signs numbered 3.3 to 3.30 may be ignored by drivers transporting disabled people of groups I and II.
- Instructions 3.6-3.8 do not apply to employees of enterprises and factories that are located in the area of the sign.
- The effect of signs 3.29-3.30 does not apply to taxi drivers with the taximeter turned on.
- The sign prohibiting the sound signal (3.26) does not apply to cases where it is necessary to prevent an accident.
- The prohibition on overtaking (3.20) does not apply to slow-moving vehicles, horse-drawn vehicles, bicycles, mopeds and two-wheeled motorcycles without a side trailer.
End of validity of prohibition sign
It is often quite difficult to understand where the effect of a particular prohibitory sign ends. Four rules will help with this:
- Some signs are only valid up to the first intersection.
- If a specific sign is installed in a rural or urban area, then its effect ends outside the settlement (this place is indicated by a crossed out sign with the name of the settlement).
- Sometimes the coverage area is indicated on the sign itself.
- Table 3.31 means the removal of all previous restrictions.
Prescriptive
The effect of this type of traffic signs applies to absolutely all participants. Such warnings can inform about the direction of permitted movement, the maximum speed and direction of movement of special vehicles. In addition, mandatory signs may indicate that cyclists or pedestrians are allowed to travel.
Almost all signs in this group have a round shape, a blue background with a pictogram.
Some characteristic features of a group of prescriptive signs
Let us list the features of the type of road signs under consideration and their meaning:
- Signs 4.1.1-4.1.6 inform about the direction of traffic at a specific intersection.
- Signs numbered 4.1.3, 4.1.5 and 4.1.6 allow turning.
- Signs numbered 4.1.1-4.1.6 do not apply to buses and minibuses.
What types of road signs are there, in addition to the above?
Signs of special regulations
There are sections of the road where it is impossible to install generally accepted traffic rules signs. It is in such cases that special regulations signs are used that notify motorists of unusual driving conditions.
The plates of this group have a square or rectangular shape. The background of the sign can be green, blue or white.
- Signs notifying the beginning of a settlement (5.23.1 and 5.23.2), as well as the end of a settlement (5.24.1 and 5.24.2), are installed in the territory relevant to these traffic rules.
- Signs with numbers 5.25 and 5.26 notify about the beginning or end of a populated area, on the territory of which traffic regulations are not valid.
- The effect of signs informing about the beginning of a road section with prohibited parking (3.27), a regulated parking zone (3.29), a section of a road with a limited maximum speed (5.31) and the beginning of a pedestrian zone extends to the specific area where they are installed.
Information signs
Signs of this group are necessary to inform motorists about various settlements, as well as their location.
Such plates always have a rectangular shape, but the main color differs depending on the subgroup.
For example, green signs are installed on highways. White signs indicate objects of a certain locality, and yellow signs notify about road repairs. Blue signs are installed to clarify routes outside the city.
Additional Information Plates
Signs in this category are necessary to provide more detailed information to motorists. They are used as a supplement to the main ones. It follows that they cannot be used independently. The rules state that no more than three signs can be attached to the main plate.
In situations where an additional sign challenges the main one, the motorist must continue driving according to the instructions of the temporary sign. As a rule, this category is established for the duration of road repairs.
We know about 8 types of road signs, which category have we not mentioned?
Service mark category
It’s easy to guess from the name that these signs draw attention to various points, for example, a gas station or a repair shop.
Signs of this group are installed within the city directly next to the object, and outside the city or in rural areas - at a distance of 400 meters to 80 kilometers.
Special group - road signs for children
As soon as a child begins to independently move around a populated area, he begins to pay attention to road signs. For children, the following are common:
- “Tram stop place”;
- "Children";
- “Bus stop location”;
- "Crosswalk";
- "No entry".
When you have to travel or walk with your parents, various signs catch the eye of an inquisitive child. If the baby does not yet know how to read, then he will look at the inscriptions on the pillars, but will not be able to understand them.
But bright traffic signs will definitely attract his attention. Therefore, it is better to accustom and train a child from childhood. You can explain to him the simplest signs, building interesting associations regarding them.
In general, there is no separate type of road signs for children. This means that parents must independently teach their children simple truths. For example, every child should know that they need to cross the road only in specially designated areas and only when the traffic light is green.
Now everyone who has read the article can easily answer the question of how many types of road signs there are. More detailed information about specific signs is in the traffic regulations.
Finally, note that the rules have become clearer lately. Let's hope that in the future we will receive more high-quality innovations.
