Traffic Signs and Lights Flashcards
Stop
School zone
Drive with caution
Yield
Go only when clear
Railway crossing
Bicycle route
You may park here
Snowmobiles may drive here
Do not enter
Do not stop between signs
Do not stand
Do not stop unless loading/unloading passengers between signs
Do not park in the area between the signs. This means you may not stop your vehicle except to load or unload passengers or merchandise
Do not turn left at the intersection
Do not drive through the intersection
Do not turn to go in the opposite direction. (U-turn)
Do not turn right when facing a red light at the intersection
Do not turn left during the times shown
This parking space is only for vehicles displaying a valid Accessible Parking Permit
No bicycles allowed on this road
No pedestrians allowed on this road
Keep to the right of the traffic island
Speed limit changes ahead
Do not pass on this road
Slow traffic on multi-lane roads must keep right
Indicates areas where the community has identified that there is a special risk to pedestrians. Traffic related offences committed within the zone are subject to increased fines
The speed limit in this zone is lower during school hours. Observe the speed limit shown when the yellow lights are flashing
Stop for school bus when signals are flashing
This sign is installed on multi-lane highways with no centre median divider. It informs drivers approaching from both directions that they must stop for a school bus when its signal lights are flashing
These signs, above the road or on the pavement before an intersection, tell drivers the direction they must travel. For example: the driver in lane one must turn left; the driver in lane two must turn left or go straight ahead; and the driver in lane three must turn right
Traffic may travel in one direction only
This is a pedestrian crossover. Be prepared to stop and yield right-of-way to pedestrians
This sign, above the road or on the ground, means the lane is only for two-way left turns
This sign reserves curb area for vehicles displaying a valid Accessible Person Parking Permit picking up and dropping off passengers with disabilities
These signs mean lanes are only for specific types of vehicles, either all the time or during certain hours. Different symbols are used for the different types of vehicles. They include: buses, taxis, vehicles with three or more people and bicycles
Keep to the right lane except when passing on two-lane sections where climbing or passing lanes are provided
This sign on the back of transit buses serves as a reminder to motorists of the law requiring vehicles approaching a bus stopped at a dedicated Bus Stop to yield to the bus, once the bus has signalled its intent to return to the lane
Road forks to the right
Marks a zone within which school buses load or unload passengers without using the red alternating lights and stop arm
Only public vehicles such as buses, or passenger vehicles carrying a specified minimum number of passengers, may use this lane
Vehicles cannot change lanes into or out of a high-occupancy vehicle lane in this area
Narrow bridge ahead
Road branching off ahead
Intersection ahead. The arrow shows which direction of traffic has the right-of-way
Roundabout Ahead. Reduce Speed. The counter-clockwise arrows show the direction of vehicle traffic within the roundabout
Drivers on the sideroad at the intersection ahead don’t have a clear view of traffic
Pavement narrows ahead
Slight bend or curve in the road ahead
Posted under a curve warning, this sign shows the maximum safe speed for the curve
Chevron (arrowhead) signs are posted in groups to guide drivers around sharp curves in the road
Winding road ahead
The bridge ahead lifts or swings to let boats pass
Paved surface ends ahead
Bicycle crossing ahead
Stop sign ahead. Slow down
The share the road sign is used to warn motorists that they are to provide safe space on the road for cyclists and other vehicles. This sign also warns motorists and cyclists to exercise additional caution on the upcoming section of road
Share the road with oncoming traffic
Pavement is slippery when wet. Slow down and drive with caution
Hazard close to the edge of the road. The downward lines show the side on which you may safely pass
Divided highway begins: traffic travels in both directions on separated roads ahead. Keep to the right-hand road. Each road carries one-way traffic.
Traffic lights ahead. Slow down
Traffic lights ahead. Slow down
Steep hill ahead. You may need to use a lower gear
Two roads going in the same direction are about to join into one. Drivers on both roads are equally responsible for seeing that traffic merges smoothly and safely
Snowmobiles cross this road
Divided highway ends: traffic travels in both directions on the same road ahead. Keep to the right-hand road
Underpass ahead. Take care if you are driving a tall vehicle. Sign shows how much room you have
Bump or uneven pavement on the road ahead. Slow down and keep control of your vehicle
Railway crossing ahead. Be alert for trains. This sign also shows the angle at which the railway tracks cross the road
Sharp turn or bend in the road in the direction of the arrow. The checkerboard border warns of danger. Slow down; be careful
Deer regularly cross this road; be alert for animals
Truck entrance on the right side of the road ahead. If the sign shows the truck on the left, the entrance is on the left side of the road
Shows maximum safe speed on ramp
Watch for pedestrians and be prepared to share the road with them
Watch for fallen rock and be prepared to avoid a collision
There may be water flowing over the road
Indicates an upcoming bus entrance on the right and vehicles should be prepared to yield to buses entering the roadway
This sign warns you that you are coming to a hidden school bus stop. Slow down, drive with extra caution, watch for children and for a school bus with flashing red lights
These signs warn of a school crossing. Watch for children and follow the directions of the crossing guard or school safety patroller
These signs warn of a school crossing. Watch for children and follow the directions of the crossing guard or school safety patroller
Sharp bend or turn in the road ahead
Construction work one kilometre ahead
Road work ahead
Survey crew working on the road ahead
Traffic control person ahead. Drive slowly and watch for instructions
You are entering a construction zone. Drive with extra caution and be prepared for a lower speed limit
Temporary detour from normal traffic route
Flashing lights on the arrows show the direction to follow
Pavement has been milled or grooved. Your vehicle’s stopping ability may be affected so obey the speed limit and drive with extra caution. Motorcyclists may experience reduced traction on these surfaces
Lane ahead is closed for roadwork. Obey the speed limit and merge with traffic in the open lane
Closed lane. Adjust speed to merge with traffic in lane indicated by arrow
Do not pass the pilot vehicle or pace vehicle bearing this sign
Reduce speed and be prepared to stop
Follow detour marker until you return to regular route
Enforces doubling the HTA fines for speeding in a designated construction zone when there are workers present
Shows directions to nearby towns and cities
Shows the distances in kilometres to towns and cities on the road
Various exit signs are used on freeways. In urban areas, many exit ramps have more than one lane. Overhead and ground-mounted signs help drivers choose the correct lane to exit or stay on the freeway
Sometimes one or more lanes may lead off the freeway. The arrows matching the exit lanes are shown on the advance sign in a yellow box with the word ‘exit’ under them
Advance signs use arrows to show which lanes lead off the freeway. Signs are also posted at the exit
Freeway interchanges or exits have numbers that correspond to the distance from the beginning of the freeway. For example, interchange number 204 on Highway 401 is 204 kilometres from Windsor, where the freeway begins. Distances can be calculated by subtracting one interchange number from another
The term ‘VIA’ is used to describe the roads that must be followed to reach a destination
Shows the upcoming roundabout exits and where they will take you
These signs change according to traffic conditions to give drivers current information on delays and lane closures ahead
Shows off-road facilities such as hospitals, airports, universities or carpool lots
Shows route to passenger railway station
Shows route to airport
D sign – Oversize load
Shows facilities that are accessible by wheelchair
The “slow-moving vehicle” sign is an orange triangle with a red border. It alerts other drivers that the vehicle ahead will be travelling at 40 km/h or less. When on a road, farm tractors, farm implements/machinery, and vehicles not capable of sustaining speeds over 40 km/h must display the slow moving vehicle sign. Watch for these slow moving vehicles and reduce your speed as necessary
This placard indicates a long commercial vehicle, which is a double trailer and can be up to 40 metres in length. It is important to be able to recognize an LCV on the highway, based on rear signage, and anticipate both the extended length and limited speed when preparing to pass one on the highway.
EDR signs are used during the unscheduled closure of a provincial highway when OPP detour all traffic off the highway. The EDR markers are located along alternative routes and provide direction to motorists around the closure and back onto the highway
Some information signs include a numbering system along the bottom of the sign to assist emergency vehicles and drivers in determining an appropriate route
Watch for these signs when driving in designated bilingual areas. Read the messages in the language you understand best. Bilingual messages may be together on the same sign or separate, with an English sign immediately followed by a French sign
