Road Signs Ireland

Introduction

• Road signs are crucial for ensuring road safety in Ireland.
• Essential for learners preparing for driving tests.
• Road signs are categorized into:
  • Regulatory road signs
  • Warning road signs
  • Information road signs
  • Motorway road signs

Warning Road Signs

• Indicate potential hazards on the road.
• Important subcategories include:

Hazards Ahead

• Dangerous corner: Sharp corners indicated by a right-angle pointer.
• Roundabout ahead: Indicated by three round pointers forming a circle.
• Mini roundabout: Smaller, less busy roundabouts, indicated by a dot in the middle and three curved lines with arrows.
• Merging traffic: Indicated for slanted merging roads, typically involving a one-way receiving lane.
• Two-way traffic: Double lanes marked by two arrows pointing in opposite directions.
• Dangerous bend: A gentle bending arrow indicating a swift diversion.
• Series of dangerous bends/corners: Snake-like or N-shaped arrows for multiple bends or corners.
• Restricted headroom: Height restrictions for certain vehicles.
• T-junction: Transition of a less busy road to a major highway.

Junctions Ahead

• **T-junction
• **Y-junction
• **Side road
• **Crossroads
• Staggered crossroads

Advanced Warning of Major Roads

• T-junctions of a dual carriageway
• Crossroads with dual carriageway

General-purpose Warning Signs

• Drive on left
• Safe height plate
• Low-flying aircrafts
• Road narrows/both sides/left/right
• Pedestrian crossing ahead
• Slippery road ahead
• Cyclists
• Wild animals ahead
• Steep ascent/descent ahead

Warning Signs for Schools and Kids

• **School ahead
• **School children crossing
• Children crossing in academic/residential areas

Tram Signs

• Tram lane crossing and pedestrian warnings

Warning Signs for Road Works

• Indicate road work zones, lane closures, and detours.

Regulatory Traffic Signs

• Dictate specific actions for drivers to comply with traffic laws.

Key Regulatory Signs

• Stop
• Yield
• No left/right turn
• Speed limits
• Height/length/weight restrictions

Mandatory Signs at Junctions

• Indicate required turns and directions

Information Road Signs

• Provide guidance and directions to drivers.

Advance Direction Signs

• For motorways, national and regional roads

Tourist Information Signs

• Guide to tourist attractions and information points

Motorway Signs

• Help drivers anticipate road types and upcoming exits.

Conclusion

• Comprehensive guide for road users in Ireland.
• Essential for learners and experienced drivers alike.

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For detailed information on various road signs and categories, refer to the downloadable Road Signs Guide PDF.