Which road signs are temporary?

What are temporary road signs?

Visual traffic control symbols may be installed for a limited period. They differ from stationary ones in appearance, but sometimes drivers confuse the temporary sign with the permanent one located on the yellow-green board. In addition, many are confident that they will not face anything for ignoring the requirements of the current limited-term symbol.

Read about what temporary road signs are, where and how they are installed, as well as the rules they dictate.

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Temporary road signs in traffic regulations and their features

The traffic rules stipulate that the following symbols can be valid for a limited period:

1.8, notifying that traffic is regulated by a traffic light;
1.15, installed on slippery surfaces;
1.16, informing about uneven roads;
1.18, warning about the release of gravel under the wheels of the car;
1.20.1-1.20.3, installed before the narrowing of the web;
1.21, notifying about the establishment of two-way traffic;
1.25, informing about road works;
1.32, indicating that there is a traffic jam on the way;
1.33, warning of danger;
1.34.1, 1.34.2, indicating the direction of rotation;
2.5, prohibiting driving without stopping;
2.6, determining the advantage of oncoming traffic;
2.7, limiting the scope of the previous pointer;
3.20, prohibiting overtaking in the area;
3.21, terminating 3.20;
3.24, limiting the maximum permitted speed;
3.25, completing the zone of influence of the previous symbol;
4.2.1-4.2.3, indicating the need to go around an obstacle;
6.17, showing the detour scheme;
6.18.1-6.18.3, showing the direction in which to avoid the obstacle;
6.19.1, 6.19.2, establishing the need to change lanes to another carriageway when the first one is closed to traffic.

But taking into account specific conditions, any designation can be established for a limited period.

According to traffic regulations, temporary road signs are often combined with each other and supplemented with signs that clarify the territory of their influence or indicate the distance to the problem area. Some of them are rare. Others can be seen in populated areas as well as on highways.

And here is more information about how to follow the “Main Road” road sign.

Speed limits

Temporary "Speed Limit" road signs are usually used where repairs are underway, a detour is required, or you have to drive along a narrow section. And driving fast can lead to an accident.

3.24 yellow is often combined with the symbols 3.20, 4.2.1-4.2.3, 1.15,1.16, 1.18 or 1.20.1-1.20.3. Sometimes several speed limit indicators are placed one after another so that cars reduce it smoothly. For example, on the first segment it should be no more than 70 km/h, on the next – up to 50 km/h, on the final – up to 40 km/h.

And next to 3.24 there may be a sign 8.2.1. It shows the length of the section along which you should drive at a limited speed. If it is not there, you should look for symbol 3.25, which completes the area of influence of 3.24.

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During road works

It is temporary signs during road works that can be found most often. They are almost never permanent, that is, with a white background.

1.25 requires special attention from drivers. In its coverage area there is not only a problem road, but also special equipment, materials and workers. Here it is necessary to reduce the speed, so symbol 3.24 is installed nearby. Crushed stone may fly from the road under the wheels, which will be warned by designation 1.18. And the width of the area left for travel is reduced, so from 1.25 signs 1.20.1-1.20.3 are fixed.

If the section under repair needs to be bypassed, drivers will see symbols 6.17 or 6.18.1-6.18.3. Additional signs (but not plates) must also be yellow.

1.25 has installation features:

And outside the city or village it is repeated 50 m before the dangerous segment. In populated areas, 1.25 is placed directly in front of the area being repaired.

Portable and yellow

Yellow temporary road signs are often confused with permanent ones located on a rectangular base of the same color. But in the second case, this background is external. Inside, the permanent symbol is white and the main image is drawn on it. And the yellow-green surroundings make it easier to see in the dark.

The temporary indicator has a yellow background inside the border. It contains the main image. Simultaneously with the installation of non-permanent signs, permanent signs must be removed or hidden. But they often remain visible.

A characteristic feature of symbols used for a limited period is the installation method. They can be placed directly on the roadway in the form of a “clamshell”. Portable temporary road signs are easier and faster to install and remove. In addition, several signs can be placed on one folding support at once. The method is legalized by GOST:

Validity area of temporary signs

Yellow traffic control symbols are not only limited in terms of their use. The coverage area of temporary road signs is also not endless. It may be limited to:

Another symbol signifying the end of the territory of influence of the previous one. For example, for a section with a speed limit it is 3.25. The second pointer should also be yellow.
Table 8.2.1. It shows at what distance the sign attached next to it is valid and is installed with a repeat symbol.
Tables 8.2.2, 8.2.3. Used less frequently.
Index 3.31. It means the completion of all restrictions imposed up to this point.

If there are no listed symbols (which is rare), the territory of influence ends at the intersection closest to the installation site or at the beginning (end) of a populated area.

Installation according to GOST

GOST R 52289-2004 requires temporary road signs to be mounted in a special way. In case of poor visibility, they are duplicated on the left side of the track, the dividing strip. Restricted symbols are located at a distance of at least 50 m from each other if we are talking about a section outside a city or village. And in populated areas it should be 25 m.

There are special installation requirements for some signs:

Temporary road signs (yellow background)

Description of signs
- Warning
- Temporary
- Prohibiting
- Prescriptive
- Information
Installation
- GOST
Coverage area
Responsibility
- Anticipated fines
Conclusion

Temporary road signs are installed for a certain time. They are necessary to regulate and ensure road safety during the period of work on the roadway or adjacent shoulder, under adverse weather conditions, as well as due to the characteristics of the road surface.

What are these signs when they are installed?

The effect of temporary road signs on a yellow background during repair work

Warning temporary signs

They are installed directly in front of the road work site, road surface features, or in case of weather disasters.

1 1.25 “Road works”.

2 Signs 1.15 “Slippery road”, 1.16 “Rough road”, 1.18 “Gravel discharge”, 1.19 “Dangerous shoulder” are used similarly to sign 1.25.

3 1.20.1 - 1.20.3 “Narrowing of the road” is used when there are special features of the road, in this case, when it is narrowing.

4 Signs 1.21 “Two-way traffic”, 1.32 “Congestion”, 1.33 “Other dangers”, 1.34.1 - 1.34.3 “Turn direction” warn of traffic changes and dangers.

Temporary priority signs

During repair work on crossings, bridges, tunnels, etc. signs 2.5 “Driving without stopping is prohibited”, 2.6 “Give way to oncoming traffic” and 2.7 “Take advantage of oncoming traffic” are used.

Temporary prohibition signs

They serve to prohibit movement based on weight, dimensions, height, length, etc. and subsequent cancellation. These include:

1 3.11 “Weight limitation” and 3.12 “Limitation of mass per vehicle axle”, 3.13 “Height limitation”, 3.14 “Width limitation”, 3.15 “Length limitation”, 3.16 “Minimum distance limitation”.

2 The prohibition on maneuvering is established by signs 3.18.1 “Turn right is prohibited” and 3.18.2 “Turn left is prohibited”, 3.20 “Overtaking is prohibited”, 3.22 “Overtaking by trucks is prohibited” and 3.24 “Maximum speed limit”.

3 Lifting the ban - signs 3.21 “End of no-overtaking zone”, 3.23 “End of no-overtaking zone” and 3.25 “End of maximum speed limit zone”.

Mandatory temporary signs

Indicate the direction of movement along the repair area - signs 4.2.1 - 4.2.3 “Avoiding obstacles”.

Information temporary signs

1 For a closed section of the road, signs 6.17 “Detour diagram”, 6.18.1 - 6.18.3 “Detour direction”, as well as Table 8.1.1 “Distance to the object” are used.

2 The place of turning towards dangerous sections of the road is indicated by Plates 8.1.3 - 8.1.4 “Distance to object” with sign 1.25.

Installation of temporary road signs

GOST for installing signs, how to install them correctly

For the correct installation of signs, the standards established by GOST 522589-2004 “Technical means of organizing traffic are used. Rules of application" GOST 52290-2004 "Road signs. General technical requirements.”

Temporary signs are placed on portable supports on the roadway, shoulders and median strip.

If several signs are used on one support, the distance between the nearest edges should be at least 50-200 mm.

In populated areas, signs are installed at a distance of 50 to 100 m before the start of a dangerous section of the road, and from the edge of the roadway should be 0.5 m and at least 1 m from the ground surface.

Signs of the same group are placed at a distance of no more than 50 m from each other.

When carrying out road work, sign 1.25 “Road Work” is installed first, if others are also used in this area. In this case, in front of the first fencing device, sign 1.25 is placed again

In front of bridge structures less than 6 m wide, signs 2.6 and 2.7 are used.

The height of the vehicle is limited by sign 3.13 if the distance from the road surface to the bottom of the span of an artificial structure, utility lines, etc. less than 5 m.

Sign 3.13 is used again on the span of an artificial structure and on side gates.

The dimensions of vehicles are limited before passing through the tunnel, between the supports of the bridge structure, if their width is less than 3.5 m.

Dangerous sections of the road are stopped by a stepwise maximum speed limit. Why are several 3.24 signs installed at a distance of 100-150 m from each other?

A sign indicating the detour route is placed in populated areas at a distance of 50-100 m from the intersection where the detour route begins, outside populated areas - at a distance of 150-300 m.

Temporary road signs 1.8, 1.15, 1.16, 1.18-1.21, 1.33, 2.6, 3.11-3.16, 3.18.1-3.25 are on a yellow background. Sign 1.25 “Road works” must have only a yellow background.

Validity area of temporary signs

Signs introducing restrictions and regimes are installed at the beginning of sections where this is necessary, and those canceling restrictions and regimes are installed at the end, except for the cases specified in GOST 52289-2004.

Signs 1.25, 1.15, - 1.19 are used for the duration of the work and are valid until completion.

The same coverage area for signs 1.20.1 - 1.20.3, 1.21, 1.32, 1.33.

The exception is the use of sign 8.2.1 “Validity area” with sign 2.4 “Give way”.

Signs 3.16, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26 - 3.30 are valid from the installation site to the nearest intersection, and in the absence of an intersection - to the end of the populated area.

The coverage area of sign 3.24 installed in front of a populated area, indicated by signs 5.23.1 or 5.23.2 “Beginning of a populated area,” extends to these signs.

It is possible to reduce the coverage area using the sign 8.2.1 “Area of Operation”.

Responsibility for violation of signs

Administrative liability arises under Article 12.9. Code of Administrative Offenses (hereinafter referred to as the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation) for exceeding the established speed and Article 12.16 for failure to comply with the requirements prescribed by road signs. The legislator does not divide signs into permanent and temporary. Responsibility arises regardless of the type of sign.

Fine for violating temporary signs

Fines for violations of these signs (temporary) will have to be paid in the same amount as established by the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation: from 500 rubles. up to 5000 rub. depending on the qualifications and severity of the offense.

At the same time, punishment is also provided in the form of deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 4 to 6 months or more if a repeated offense is committed, and

. in case of recording an administrative offense using special technical means operating automatically, having the functions of photographing, filming, video recording, or means of photographing, filming, video recording - an administrative fine of five thousand rubles is imposed.

Article 12.9 Part 7, Article 12.16 Part 3.1. Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation

This relates to the question of whether cameras can record temporary signs. They can. Proven by judicial practice. On March 26, 2018, the decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation came into force, which recognized the use of photo and video recording in the coverage area of temporary road signs as legal. The fact of violation of sign 3.24, revealed by a video surveillance camera, was disputed.

The Supreme Court ruled:

Exceeding the speed limit, regardless of the type of sign that sets the limit, is a violation of the rules.

In addition, liability may follow for violation of the rules for the carriage of goods, towing rules (Article 12.21 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation), violation of the rules for driving a heavy and (or) large vehicle (Article 12.21.1), violation of the Traffic Rules, resulting in minor or moderate harm to the health of the victim (Article 12.24.). The maximum fine is 25,000 rubles, and deprivation of rights for up to three years for the last type of offense.

Conclusion

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What is more important: the sign or the marking? Temporary road signs and markings.

Good afternoon, dear reader.

This article will discuss a question that worries many novice motorists: “ What is more important, a sign or a marking?” ". In fact, such a question is only appropriate when the requirements of road signs and road markings contradict each other.

I would like to note right away that most often road signs and road markings either duplicate each other or complement each other, i.e. no contradiction arises. Naturally, in this case, the question of the primacy of road signs or road markings is completely irrelevant.

However, cases of conflicting road signs and markings still occur on our roads, so this issue requires careful study.

Separately, this article will consider temporary road signs and markings, which may contradict both each other and permanent road signs and markings.

Below we will talk about four types of road infrastructure elements:

Road signs:
- permanent;
- temporary.
Road markings:
- constant;
- temporary.

Temporary road signs and markings

Let's look at the differences between temporary road signs and markings and permanent ones.

Temporary road signs differ from permanent ones in that they have a yellow background (until mid-2013, temporary signs were installed on portable stands, but this requirement has now been removed from the rules).

As an example, I suggest looking at the picture on the left. It shows temporary road signs (left) and a permanent road sign (right). The temporary road signs in the picture have a yellow background.

Currently, the traffic rules provide a list of signs, each of which can be used as a temporary sign:

Temporary road markings differ from permanent ones only in color. In most cases, permanent markings are white, temporary markings are orange:

So, we have identified 4 groups of road design elements: temporary and permanent road signs and temporary and permanent road markings. It is the priority of each of these 4 groups that will be considered in this article.

What is more important: the sign or the marking?

Let's consider the main question of this article: “ What is more important, the sign or the markings? ".

First, let's compare temporary and permanent road signs. In accordance with the last paragraph of Chapter 8 of Appendix 1 to the traffic rules:

In cases where the meanings of temporary road signs and permanent road signs contradict each other, drivers must be guided by the temporary signs.

Those. Temporary road signs take precedence over permanent ones. The intermediate list in descending order of priority will look like this:

1. Temporary road signs;
2. Permanent road signs;
?.
Temporary road markings; ?. Permanent road markings.

Let's look at another paragraph of the rules that will “dot the i's” in matters of priority. This is the last paragraph of Chapter 1 of Appendix 2 to the traffic rules:

In cases where the meanings of road signs, including temporary ones, and horizontal marking lines contradict each other or the markings are not sufficiently distinguishable, drivers must be guided by the road signs. In cases where temporary marking lines and permanent marking lines contradict each other, drivers must be guided by the temporary marking lines.

So, from the first sentence of this paragraph it follows that any road signs are more important than any markings . From the second sentence it follows that temporary markings take precedence over permanent markings.

Final list of priorities:

1. Temporary road signs;
2. Permanent road signs;
3. Temporary road markings;
4. Permanent road markings.

In the event of a controversial situation on the road, you should first of all be guided by temporary road signs, then permanent signs, etc. by the list.

Please note that temporary markings do not take precedence over permanent road signs.

Examples of contradictions in road signs and markings

Contradictory situations do not arise on the road very often. Much more often, drivers make erroneous interpretations of values. Therefore, in this article we will look at some examples for a better understanding.

1. Detour road repairs in the oncoming lane

Road sign 4.2.2 has been installed on the road and permanent markings 1.3 have been applied:

In this case, there is an obvious contradiction, because, on the one hand, it is prohibited to cross markings 1.3, and on the other hand, road sign 4.2.2 clearly indicates the need to cross road markings. The road sign has priority, so detouring the road repairs in the oncoming lane is legal.

Let's look at several situations in which there is actually no contradiction, but not all drivers are able to quickly determine this.

2. Overtaking if there is a sign 3.20 and markings 1.5

There is a road sign 3.20 “Overtaking prohibited” on the road and horizontal markings 1.5:

In this case, the situation should be interpreted as follows:

1. Road sign 3.20 prohibits overtaking.

2. Marking 1.5 does not prohibit driving into the oncoming lane.

Taken together, these signs mean that the driver can enter the oncoming lane when performing any maneuver other than overtaking. He can drive around in the oncoming lane, turn left and turn around.

Attention! Some believe that marking 1.5 allows overtaking. This is not true. Markup 1.5 does not allow anything additional. In her presence, you simply need to move within the marked lane.

3. Overtaking in the presence of sign 3.21 and markings 1.1

Another example similar to the previous one. There is a sign 3.21 “End of no-overtaking zone” on the road and markings 1.1:

In this case:

1. Marking 1.1 prohibits any entry into the oncoming lane (including overtaking).

2. Sign 3.21 indicates the end of the no-overtaking zone. Please note that the sign does not allow overtaking, but only marks the end of the zone.

Many people don’t understand this, they try to overtake through a solid marking line and receive a well-deserved deprivation of their rights.

I hope the examples discussed in this article will help you in the future when identifying real contradictions between road signs and markings. In addition, the question “What is more important is the sign or the marking?” will no longer worry you.

Which road signs are temporary?

Yellow background on warning signs (signs 1.8 , 1.15 , 1.16 , 1.18 - 1.21 , 1.33 ) and prohibition signs (signs 3.11 - 3.16 , 3.18.1 - 3.25 ), as well as on the priority sign (sign 2.6 ) installed in road production areas works means that these signs are temporary (Appendix 1).

Question:
Are signs on portable posts temporary?
Answer:
The new traffic regulations do not contain a clause about signs on portable stands. Only the yellow background on a number of signs indicates that they are temporary.

Sign 3.13 “Height limit” prohibits the movement of vehicles whose overall height (with or without cargo) is more than 4 m. The height clearance is determined from the roadway to the top point of the load or vehicle. Therefore, when transporting cargo with a height of 4 m, the total height of the vehicle with the cargo will exceed the value indicated on the sign.

Question:
Why is it correct if the height of the load is 4 m?
Answer:
Answer 2 is still acceptable, the overall height is still no more than 4 m. But if the height of the load is 4 m, then the total height of the load and the machine will exceed 4 m, and this is prohibited by the sign.

Marking line 1.2 is allowed to be crossed to stop a vehicle on the side of the road and when leaving it in places where stopping or parking is permitted. (Appendix 2 to the Traffic Regulations of the Russian Federation).

Question:
On ticket 32, question 12, is it possible to stop at place B?
After all, the driver crosses the solid line 1.2. Answer:
Line 1.2 can be crossed where stopping or parking is not prohibited. For example, on a motorway you cannot cross line 1.2. Stopping and parking on the highway is permitted only in special areas.

Drivers of operational services vehicles performing an urgent official task may deviate from the requirements of a number of sections of the Rules (clause 3.1) when the blue flashing light is turned on. In this case, the driver of a traffic police vehicle, provided traffic safety is ensured, can drive through the intersection in any direction, regardless of the requirements of sign 4.1.4 “Move straight or to the right” and traffic light signals.

Question:
The advantage comes from using blue flashing lights and a special sound signal in a complex.
Answer:
There are no other vehicles at the intersection except the driver of a car with flashing lights on. Therefore, a sound signal is not required. If there were other vehicles, then a sound signal would be needed. Clause 3.1 of the traffic rules.

What are temporary road signs?

Read about what temporary road signs are, where and how they are installed, as well as the rules they dictate.

Temporary road signs in traffic regulations and their features

The traffic rules stipulate that the following symbols can be valid for a limited period:

1.8, notifying that traffic is regulated by a traffic light;
1.15, installed on slippery surfaces;
1.16, informing about uneven roads;
1.18, warning about the release of gravel under the wheels of the car;
1.20.1-1.20.3, installed before the narrowing of the web;
1.21, notifying about the establishment of two-way traffic;
1.25, informing about road works;
1.32, indicating that there is a traffic jam on the way;
1.33, warning of danger;
1.34.1, 1.34.2, indicating the direction of rotation;
2.5, prohibiting driving without stopping;
2.6, determining the advantage of oncoming traffic;
2.7, limiting the scope of the previous pointer;
3.20, prohibiting overtaking in the area;
3.21, terminating 3.20;
3.24, limiting the maximum permitted speed;
3.25, completing the zone of influence of the previous symbol;
4.2.1-4.2.3, indicating the need to go around an obstacle;
6.17, showing the detour scheme;
6.18.1-6.18.3, showing the direction in which to avoid the obstacle;
6.19.1, 6.19.2, establishing the need to change lanes to another carriageway when the first one is closed to traffic.

But taking into account specific conditions, any designation can be established for a limited period.

Speed limits

Temporary "Speed Limit" road signs are usually used where repairs are underway, a detour is required, or you have to drive along a narrow section. And driving fast can lead to an accident.

During road works

It is temporary signs during road works that can be found most often. They are almost never permanent, that is, with a white background.

If the section under repair needs to be bypassed, drivers will see symbols 6.17 or 6.18.1-6.18.3. Additional signs (but not plates) must also be yellow.

1.25 has installation features:

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.

And outside the city or village it is repeated 50 m before the dangerous segment. In populated areas, 1.25 is placed directly in front of the area being repaired.

Portable and yellow

In places where work is being carried out on the road and during temporary operational changes in the organization of traffic, signs on portable supports may be installed on the roadway, roadsides and dividing strip.

Validity area of temporary signs

Yellow traffic control symbols are not only limited in terms of their use. The coverage area of temporary road signs is also not endless. It may be limited to:

Another symbol signifying the end of the territory of influence of the previous one. For example, for a section with a speed limit it is 3.25. The second pointer should also be yellow.
Table 8.2.1. It shows at what distance the sign attached next to it is valid and is installed with a repeat symbol.
Tables 8.2.2, 8.2.3. Used less frequently.
Index 3.31. It means the completion of all restrictions imposed up to this point.

If there are no listed symbols (which is rare), the territory of influence ends at the intersection closest to the installation site or at the beginning (end) of a populated area.