Other Regulatory Signals
Other regulatory signals Name: Control handsignals for use by traffic officers (SS1) Purpose: To direct traffic in areas where there is high traffic congestion, at the scene of an accident or the normal traffic signals are not operational. Action: Driver must focus on the signals given by the officer, and strictly adhere to the signal […]
Warning Road Markings
Warning road markings Name: Railway crossing ahead (WM1) Where: On any road before a railway crossings between the warning sign and the railway crossing. Purpose: To warn that there is a railway crossing ahead. Action: Slow down and if necessary, stop before the crossing. Name: Continuity lines (WM2) Where: On any road. Purpose: To warn […]
Guidance Road Markings
Guidance road markings Name: Lane lines (GM1) Where: On any road. Purpose: To show that you are using a part of the road with traffic in the same direction. Action: Drive in the centre of your demarcated lane. Name: Guide lines (GM2) Where: In an intersection. Purpose: To guide you to follow the correct route […]
Traffic Signals
Traffic signals Name: Traffic lights Where: Where traffic density can be better controlled by traffic lights at intersections, junctions, pedestrian crossings, etc. Purpose: To regulate traffic coming from different directions. Action: These lights must be obeyed at all times in the following manner: Red – Stop Flashing red arrow to the left – After stopping, […]
Tires
Tires Light Motor Vehicle; A light motor vehicle must be fitted with pneumatic tires, which display throughout, across the breadth and around the entire circumference, a pattern that is clearly visible, and has a tread of at least 1 millimeter in depth.
Warning Signs
Warning signs Name: Crossroad (W101) (TW101) Where: On any road. Purpose: To warn that a hazard in the form of a crossroad is ahead. Action: Approach cautiously, look carefully and be able to stop if cross-traffic requires it. Name: Priority crossroad (W102, TW102) Where: On any road. Purpose: To warn that you are approaching an […]
Accidents
Accidents Any driver/rider of a motor vehicle involved in an accident or who contributes to any accident must – immediately stop his/her vehicle; ascertain the nature and extent of any injuries; render such assistance to an injured person as he/she may be capable of rendering; ascertain the nature and extent of any damage sustained; if […]
Direction of Movement Signs
Direction of movement signs Name: Traffic circle (W201, TW201) Where: On any public road. Purpose: To warn that there is a traffic circle ahead where you may need to yield to other traffic. Action: Slow down so that you can stop or drive around the circle at a safe speed. Look out for road traffic […]
Bad Driving Practice
Inconsiderate Driving No person shall drive a vehicle on a public road without reasonable consideration for any other person using the road. Reckless or Negligent Driving No person shall drive a vehicle on a public road – recklessly or negligently; and in a manner that wilfully disregard the safety of persons or property. Driving while […]