Changes made in accordance with the resolution
Government of the Russian Federation
dated October 24, 2014 No. 1097.

Warning signs inform drivers that they are approaching a dangerous section of the road, the movement of which requires the adoption of measures appropriate to the situation.
The numbering of road signs corresponds to GOST R 52290-2004.

Road sign information

A road sign, or a traffic sign, is a graphic drawing made in accordance with certain standards and installed along the road in order to bring this or that information to the attention of traffic participants.

The role of road signs in ensuring traffic safety is extremely large: they inform drivers about dangerous sections of the road, oblige them to slow down, prohibit overtaking where it is associated with increased risk, and perform many other useful tasks.
Modern standards that determine the appearance of road signs, as well as markings and traffic lights, came into force in our country on January 1, 2006. The updated signs fully comply with the UN Convention on Road Signs and Signals, the latest European standards in the relevant field.

Detailed questions,
related to road signs define eight categories:

• warning:
  are triangles with a white background, red edging and black drawings.
  Designed to warn road users about the danger;
• right-of-way signs:
  determine the order of passage of bottlenecks and intersections;
• prohibition and limit signs:
  are made in the form of a white circle with a red border and a black pattern. Prohibit certain actions;
• prescriptive signs:
  have a round shape, a blue background and white drawings.
  Prescribe the performance of certain actions;
• signs of special prescriptions;
• information signs:
  have a rectangular shape and blue (sometimes green) color.
  Used to inform road users about the location of the lanes,
  the nature of the road, service enterprises and much more;
• information and guidance signs and direction indicators;
• additional signs (plates):
  complement the main characters listed above, never used separately.
  They have a rectangular shape and a white background color, the pattern and edging are black.

The current version of the Rules of the Road determines the priority of signs
before . If the markings and road signs contradict each other, the driver must be guided by the requirements of the latter.

It is difficult to imagine the life of a motorist without road signs. They are an indispensable element of the organization of traffic. And the topic of traffic signs is a very relevant vehicle.

Let's try and we will understand the most difficult issues related to road signs.

Advantages and Benefits

Road signs are one of the most popular and convenient means of traffic regulation in the world (in general) and Russia (in particular). What gives them special value and significance?

First, DZ very personable, and their large number enables traffic organizers to use them to achieve a wide variety of goals (to warn about something, to prohibit or prescribe something, to inform, etc.).

Second, they clear enough. As a rule, it is not difficult to guess about the requirements put forward by the signs, because each of them represents a kind of symbolism that is understandable to everyone.

Thirdly, DZ is not a particularly expensive way to organize traffic. Compared to markings, traffic lights and traffic controllers, the procedure for installing a sign is very economical.

Fourth, this stable motion controller. If in winter the markings can be covered with snow, which makes it difficult to see, then road signs do not have such a drawback. The traffic light, in turn, requires a mandatory power supply, which can be disrupted (or not possible everywhere).

Fifth, it the most durable control. If the markings tend to wear out and become indistinguishable, if the traffic light requires constant service, if it cannot work without rest, then the road signs will function for a very long time.

These advantages testify to the special status of road signs in the practice of traffic regulation.

Groups of traffic signs

Solely for convenience and the clearest understanding by drivers of the principles of installation and operation, all road signs are divided into 8 main groups:

1. Special prescriptions.
2. Informational.
3. Service.
4. Additional information (or signs).

And each group of signs performs strictly defined functions in the field of traffic regulation.

a brief description of

Warning signs have the function of informing drivers that they are approaching a dangerous stretch of road. At the same time, the symbolism of the sign itself reflects the nature of the danger.

As a rule, warning signs do not oblige the driver to anything, but justify the need to exercise care and caution. That is why almost all warning signs are installed in advance - at some distance before the beginning of the dangerous section of the road.

2. Signs of priority

This group of signs is incredibly important. They indicate the sequence of passage of unregulated intersections, intersections, as well as narrow sections of the road where it is difficult or impossible to pass oncoming traffic.

As practice shows, ignoring these signs is one of the most common reasons. That is why knowing the requirements that the signs impose on the driver, as well as strict compliance with their requirements, is the key to a trouble-free ride.

One of the most insidious and difficult to digest signs. And all because there are a lot of prohibition signs. And they have a large number of exceptions to the general rules.

The purpose of prohibition signs is to restrict or exclude the movement of certain participants, to impose restrictions on the direction of movement, speed, a number of maneuvers, etc. And in rare cases, to cancel previously imposed bans.

Prohibition signs are very important for traffic safety. That is why any violation of their requirements is punishable by the norms of the administrative law of the Russian Federation.

Mandatory signs are intended to introduce or cancel the modes of movement (speed, direction, etc.)

This group of road signs, prescribing a certain mode of movement, begins to resemble the action of prohibitory signs. And indeed it is. But with only one amendment: prohibitory signs introduce a negative (prohibitive) regulatory regime, while prescriptive signs introduce a positive one. In other words, prescriptive signs answer the question: “What should the driver do?”.

The proximity of these signs to the prohibition makes them very important in the organization of traffic and road safety.

These signs are very close to prescriptive signs. Still, they even have the same root words in their names: “prescriptive”, “prescriptions”. And their purpose is also related: signs of special regulations are used to introduce special modes of movement or cancel such modes.

It is not for nothing that earlier both prescriptive signs and signs of special prescriptions were part of a single group of indicative signs. Their difference lies in the fact that prescriptive signs introduce some one requirement, and the group of interest to us - several prescriptions at once. This makes signs of special regulations an actual means of traffic regulation.

The main purpose of information signs (even judging by the name of the group) is to inform road users about the location of various objects (mainly settlements) and the distances to them. In addition, this very extensive group of signs also performs the functions of notification of established traffic modes.

As a rule, drivers simply ignore information signs, considering them frivolous. And very much in vain! First, there are some very insidious ones among them, who not only inform, but also introduce a prohibitive regulatory regime. Secondly, information is never superfluous.

Although, in fairness, it should be said that in comparison with prohibitory and prescriptive signs, signs of priority and special prescriptions, this group is very harmless.

This is the noblest group of signs. Service signs notify the driver of the approach or location of important road and other infrastructure facilities within the road: hospitals, hotels, recreation areas, service stations and other facilities.

From the point of view of the requirements for drivers, service marks are the most harmless group. They do not require anything from the driver at all, and therefore cannot become the reason for his punishment.

Despite the derogatory name - "plates" - these signs are very important in the traffic system. Their goal is to supplement, clarify, limit the actions of other road signs.

Every pedestrian should know the rules of the road and follow everyone, including the motorist. But not everyone knows that they also apply to pedestrians, since they are also road users.

And in the traffic rules there are special signs that are created specifically for pedestrians, so their observance is mandatory.

On his way, every pedestrian encounters certain traffic signs. And it is better if he is aware of their meanings, so as not to get into an awkward situation. All road signs for pedestrians are intended primarily to inform and warn them while walking on the street.

Information signs

Crosswalk

Such a sign informs pedestrians that it is possible to cross the carriageway on a particular section of the road. It has a square shape. And the same sign, but triangular in shape, is intended for motorists who should be extremely attentive in this zone and let pedestrians through.

According to the traffic rules, such an information sign should be installed near the "zebra", a special marking on the road, along which pedestrians should move while driving through the carriageway.

Underground crossing

It is also an information pointer. And he informs citizens about the presence of an underpass, which must be used if necessary to cross the road. It is especially important to teach this sign to children so that they always use the underpass, and not run across the roadway.

Bus stop

It is intended to inform citizens that route vehicles are stopping at a given place. Such a sign is installed, it should be directly at the place of boarding passengers. It has a rectangular shape with a picture of a bus inside.

Tram station

The meaning is similar to the previous sign, it will only carry information about the immediate place where the trams stop. It will be easier for pedestrians to navigate if there are such signs on the street.

It is also installed in close proximity to the place where the vehicle stops. It is very important to explain to young children the rules of behavior in such places, and how dangerous it can be if you suddenly run out onto the roadway.

Mandatory signs

Footpath

Such a sign, according to traffic rules, is prescriptive. And it is installed in those places that are areas for pedestrians. That is, there can be no movement of any type of transport, including bicycles.

Since pedestrians are full participants in the traffic, as stated in the traffic rules, they must comply with the general rules of behavior on the road. Namely, to adhere to the right lane while driving, and not to interfere with other citizens.

Such a designation, as the beginning of a pedestrian zone, will look like an image of a person in a circle on a blue background.

Bicycle lane

It is also a prescriptive notation. In appearance, it is similar to the sign about the beginning of the footpath, but instead of a person, a bicycle is depicted there.

Such a pointer will indicate that the movement of bicycles and mopeds is allowed in this place. All other modes of transport are prohibited from moving here. Pedestrians can also walk along the bike path if there is no sidewalk for them nearby.

Such dedicated zones are created in cities specifically for movement on these modes of transport. Be sure to teach children to recognize this sign, if it is available in the city. Then their cycling in the specified area will be safe.

prohibition signs

Entry ban

Such a pointer refers to prohibition signs. This pointer means that further movement in the territory in front of which the sign is installed is not allowed. This applies to any vehicle, including bicycles. If a person on a bicycle needs to overcome a section of the road that is prohibited for transport, you just need to continue further movement, but already as a pedestrian, carrying your bike nearby.

Such a sign is known to everyone as a "brick", a white rectangle in a circle on a red background. It is worth noting here that all the signs that prohibit this or that action are red.

Cycling is prohibited

Such a prohibition sign looks like an image of a bicycle on a white background in a circle with a red frame. Its installation is appropriate in places where cycling can be dangerous. Usually these are busy sections of the road. Also, it is worth noting that it is impossible to ride a bicycle on a motorway, even if there is no prohibition sign there.

Pedestrian traffic is prohibited

In appearance, such a prohibitory sign is an image of a person crossed out with a red line, in a circle on a white background and in a red frame.

Also, they install it in places where, according to traffic rules, it will be dangerous to move on foot. And it's not just a busy highway or motorway. Such a sign can be installed as a temporary sign on certain sections of the road. For example. When road works are carried out, or repair work on the facades of houses. Dangerous areas for pedestrians must be equipped with appropriate signs. And pedestrians, in turn, must know them and follow the rules.

Summing up

There are eight groups of traffic signs. Each group carries useful information to the motorist. What are the features of each plate and their main functions, we will consider in this article.

Group types

All signs used on the territory of our state are divided into the following groups:

1.Information sign

4. Sign of additional information

5. Service mark

6. Sign of priority

8. Sign of special regulations

Each road sign has a specific shape and color. All plates have digital identifiers. For example, the first digit indicates which group, the second informs about the number within the group, but, and the third represents the species. All listed groups are intended to provide information or prohibit movement.

Warning signs and their classification

Similar signs differ only in white color with an outlined black designation, having a triangular shape with outlined red edges. According to the traffic rules, the "Warning" sign is installed from 50 to 100 meters to a dangerous area in the countryside or in cities, from 150 to 300 meters outside crowded areas. If for some reason it is not possible to mark the sign at a given distance, then the gap to the threatening zone is necessarily written at the bottom of the plate. Very often, the signs are triangular in shape, so it will not work to confuse them. Warning signs are also cross-shaped, in other cases they have a rectangular shape. They are established according to separate rules and regulations. Signs with the following numbers: 1.10, 1.9, 1.1, 1.2 are placed only outside the city or village. Information regarding the dangerous area should be located at a distance of 50 meters. It is on the emergency site that signs 1.23 and 1.25 are placed. These signs: 1.22, 1.17 and sign 1.7 inform about the absence of a pedestrian crossing and in cases where there is no roundabout. With such signs there are signs of other groups.

Types of signs from the Priority group

Priority signs indicate the main road in relation to other traffic directions. Such signs can often be found at intersections and other areas where there is difficult traffic. On narrow roads, you can also see the regulation sign. Often, not far from the railway tracks and barriers to avoid dangerous incidents with trains, you can find a sign - Movement without stopping - Forbidden. In cases where a sign is visible on the site and there is a traffic controller or a sign and a traffic light, then it is necessary to follow their instructions. Always be on the alert in such situations, and if suddenly you notice that the traffic light is not working, stick to the sign.

Types of signs from the group Prohibiting

Such signs can be divided into: limiting or prohibiting. The first sign means that you can move, but carefully, and the second prohibits movement. The prohibition sign has a round shape, there is a certain image on a white background. There are also 4 plates on a blue background, and 4 black and white signs. A sign in black and white permits traffic that was previously prohibited. It is difficult to remember the signs of this group, because there are exceptions for specific vehicles. It is also difficult to determine the territory of action of one or another sign.

1. An exception may be for those people who, when performing any official work, turn on red-blue lights and a special signal. In such cases, you can ignore the prohibition sign
2. Under any conditions, signs 3.17.2, 3.17.1, as well as 3.24, 3.17.3, 3.20, 16 must be taken into account by all motorists
3. Signs 3.27, 3.19, 3.18.2, 3.18.1, 1, and 3.2 do not apply to minibuses
4. Post machines may not respond to the following characters: 3.30, 3.29, 3.28, 3.8, 3.7, 3.6, 3.5, 3.4, 3.3, 3.2
5. Drivers who transport people with disabilities of the first and second groups can ignore signs with numbers: 3.30, 3.29, 3.28, 3.3, 3.2
6. If such signs 3.8, 3.7, 3.6, 3.5, 3.3, 3.2 are installed in a certain area, then people living there and workers of enterprises and factories can neglect them
7. Taxi drivers with an installed and working meter may not pay attention to signs 3.30, 3.29, 3.28
8. Sign 3.20 gives permission to bypass a car whose speed does not exceed 30 km / h, a bicycle, a cart or a motorcycle.

To always know where the sign ends its purpose, remember these rules

• At the first crossroads, certain signs lose their influence
• Those signs that are installed outside the area with a residential population. A crossed-out plate with its name is placed outside the territory of the settlement
• The area of ​​action can be displayed on the sign
• The influence of all listed cancels the sign 3.31

Mandatory tablets

Everyone must adhere to such signs. They inform about the route of special vehicles, you can also find out the side on which traffic is allowed, and the speed for maximum driving. Mandatory signs may allow cyclists and pedestrians to move around. These signs have a round shape, and a pictogram is depicted on a blue background in white.

The meaning of road signs

1. Plates 4.1.1, 4.1.2 - 4.1.6 show the traffic line at a certain intersection

2. Signs 4.1.6, 4.1.3 and 4.1.5 indicate movement to the left. In addition, it is allowed to turn around in such a place

3. Route transport and buses may ignore signs 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.13 - 4.1.6

As you have already managed to notice, we have examined 4 groups of road signs, we still need to make out the same number. These include: information signs, special regulations signs, additional information signs and service plates.

Signs of special regulations and their categories

When it is not possible to determine the traffic rate on the road, then prescription signs are used. Such signs inform about the mode of movement. Signs are always square or rectangular, painted blue, white or green.

1. Signs 5.24.2, 5.24.1, 5.23, 1.5, 2.3.2 are installed on the site for which compliance with traffic rules for residential premises is required

2. Pointers in the form of tablets 5.26 or 5.25 warn of not being true for agricultural as well as urban areas.

3. Influence of signs 5.29, 5.27, 5.33, 5.31. It is installed on a certain area, whether it is a different road with special traffic or an intersection.

information sign

Plates of this type are designed to notify car owners about the presence of a settlement and the placement of other villages and cities. Such signs are always in the form of a triangle, but the background color sometimes changes its color, depending on the subgroup. Green is used exclusively for motorway facilities. For objects at certain points, white is used, when repairing the road, yellow, but, and to indicate the route outside the city, a blue background is used.

Sign of Additional Information, and what categories are divided into

To find out more detailed information, Additional signs will help you. They complement the main characters. It follows that they cannot be used by themselves. If you carefully read the rules, we will see that no more than three plates are attached to one sign. In cases where the sign does not correspond to the main one, then the car owner is obliged to adhere to the instructions on the temporary plate. Often signs of additional information are used for any repair work.

Service mark, and into what categories it is divided

As you all understood, such signs inform about various points such as: food points, gas stations, car repairs, a place of rest. These signs are installed in an urban area near the object, in a non-urban or rural area at a distance of 400 meters and up to 80 kilometers.

Even if you are not a driver and in the near future such a joyful event as obtaining a driver's license is not expected, knowledge of road signs will not be superfluous. Moreover, they form an important part of the rules of the traffic system and equally apply to all its participants.

Most road signs are presented in the form of standardized graphic patterns and are located either along roads or in places with a large number of people, for example, in a pedestrian crossing or subway. In addition, these are the main assistants in the correct orientation on the roads and in the area.

Classification of road signs

The structure of road signs is clearly systematized and divides signs into eight groups, depending on their functions and semantic commonality.

So, the main types of signs are:

• warning;
• priority;
• forbidding;
• prescriptive;
• especially prescriptive;
• information and indication;
• service;
• additionally informative.

Each of these groups has its own characteristics and specific application.

1. warning signs. Shape: red triangle with white background. Well visible from afar. These pointers are the safest and most useful because they are not restrictive or restrictive. Their main function is notification of dangerous sections of the road, the nature of the potential threat and traffic difficulties, and warning against accidents. The numbering starts with the number "1".
2. Priority signs. They are different in shape and color. There are only thirteen of them and therefore do not cause difficulties in their memorization. A feature of priority signs is the determination of the priority right to cross carriageways, intersections and narrow sections of roads. This group of signs includes: the main road, non-stop traffic is prohibited, oncoming traffic priority, etc. Numbering starts with the number “2”.
3. prohibition signs. Mostly round in shape with a black pattern on a white background and the serial number of the category "3". Meaning: the prohibition of certain actions on the road, the introduction or cancellation of traffic restrictions. The most famous are: “brick” (no entry), prohibition of parking or stopping, overtaking, speed limit, etc.
4. Mandatory signs. Also round, but with white drawings on a blue field. Group numbering starts with the number "4". Function: indicating the direction of movement on certain sections of the road, limiting the minimum speed, warning of subsequent prohibition signs.
5. Special order signs. Group numbering starts with the number "5". Few, but very significant. They combine elements of forbidding and prescriptive indicators. Meaning: Entering or canceling some traffic modes, adjusting one-way traffic flow, designating a residential area, pedestrian crossing, lane priority, and so on. Penalties for violating these iconic requirements directly depend on their type and range.
6. Information and indication signs. In the form of a square or rectangle with a blue border and a white/black pattern on a blue/white background. The serial number of the group is "6". Responsible for informing all road users about settlements, the nature of the road, the location of traffic lanes, established modes of movement and related recommendations.
7. Service marks. The shape and color are the same as the information ones. The numbering starts with the number "7". Function: a message about various services and objects - hotels, gas stations, campsites, cafes, etc. Signs are placed on turns to the place of service or directly near them. Like category 6 signs, service signs also have an exclusively informative value.
8. Additional Information Signs. Presented in the form of rectangular plates with a black border and a pattern on a white background. The main purpose is to supplement and clarify the actions of road signs from other categories. Never used on their own.

road and children

With this video, your child will be able to learn all the traffic signs.

A separate issue is familiarization with the rules of the road for the child. After all, as you know, traffic rules are not written for children and they think little about their own safety while moving across the road. That is why it is so important to teach them the basic road signs from an early age.

A truly childish sign warning of their appearance from the territory of an educational and similar institution adjacent directly to the road is a sign "Look out, kids!"

He is from the warning group and should be taken into account not only by drivers, but also by the children themselves, telling them about the ban on crossing the road in this place. In addition, such stickers are used on public transport intended for the transport of children.

Other common pointers for children are:

Sign "Crosswalk" with a depicted zebra on it and indicating the place of the elevated crossing of the carriageway of the street. However, the same sign, but in a red triangle, acts as a warning to the driver about the approach to the transition and the need to reduce speed. For a pedestrian, this is a clear signal about the prohibition of crossing the road at the location of the sign.

Sign "Underground pedestrian crossing". It is installed at the entrance near the crossing, indicating the place of safe crossing of the street under the ground.

Sign "Tram/bus stop". Informs about the place of public transport stop and its waiting for passengers.

Sign "Footpath". Indicates a pedestrian-only road. It has general rules of conduct for pedestrians.

Sign "No Pedestrians". The name of the sign speaks for itself. It is installed in places where traffic may be unsafe. Often used to temporarily restrict movement.

Sign "Bicycle lane" clearly indicates the road exclusively for bicycles and mopeds. The movement of another type of transport is strictly prohibited here. In addition, pedestrians can also use this road, in the absence of a sidewalk.

Sign "Bicycles are not allowed". It speaks of the impossibility of using a bicycle for movement in a given place. There is a danger for the cyclist on the road. Introducing the child to the principles of traffic and signs, it is necessary to pay great attention to the rules of behavior in public places, when crossing the street, waiting for transport, etc.

After all, extra vigilance is a sure guarantee of his safety!

Warning signs and their meaning

The table shows the warning signs that are most commonly seen in urban areas.

In addition, there are two special warning signs used in areas where there are embankments and bridges.

SIGN NAME MEANING

It should be remembered that ignorance of traffic rules does not exempt either drivers or pedestrians from responsibility. The latter, in case of violation of traffic, is also subject to a fine.

Therefore, it is better to prevent such unpleasant situations and study the traffic rules and signs.