Traffic Signs Manual

The Traffic Signs Manual provides guidance for traffic authorities on the use of traffic signs and road markings.

Publication of Traffic Signs Manual

The Traffic Signs Manuals give guidance on the use of traffic signs and road markings prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations.

Published:

30 June 2006

Last update:

09 September 2008

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 3: Regulatory Signs 2008 (2 Mb)

This document explains the correct use of regulatory signs prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations. These include prohibited turns, waiting and loading restrictions, bus and cycle lanes etc. There is also a comprehensive section dealing with the signing of speed limits.

Published:

09 September 2008

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 4: Warning Signs (2004) (1 Mb)

Warning signs are used to alert drivers to potential danger ahead. They indicate a need for special caution by road users and may require a reduction in speed or some other manoeuvre.

Published:

19 October 2005

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 5: Road Markings (2003) (1 Mb)

Road markings serve a very important function in conveying to road users information and requirements which might not be possible using upright signs. They have the advantage that they can often be seen when a verge-mounted sign is obscured, and, unlike such signs, they can provide a continuing message.

Published:

19 October 2005

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 7: The Design of Traffic Signs (2003) (5 Mb)

This chapter of the Traffic Signs Manual describes how sign faces are designed. It does not include the various methods by which signs are constructed and mounted. It supersedes Local Transport Note 2 / 94: Directional Informatory Signs Interim Design Notes, which was withdrawn in 1997.

Published:

19 October 2005

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8: Roadworks and temporary situations (2006) Part 1 (7 Mb)

This document, Part 1: Design, provides guidance for those responsible for the design of temporary traffic management arrangements which should be implemented to facilitate maintenance activities or in response to temporary situations.

Published:

30 June 2006

Last update:

05 February 2008

Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8: Roadworks and temporary situations (2006) Part 2 (5 Mb)

This document, Part 2: Operations, provides guidance for those responsible for planning, managing, and participating in operations to implement, maintain and remove temporary traffic management arrangements.

Published:

30 June 2006

Last update:

05 February 2008

Traffic Signs Manual, Chapter 8: 2nd impression 2007 - amendments (31 kb)

List of amendments from the first impression of Chapter 8.

Published:

05 February 2008

Feedback on Chapter 8

We are actively seeking feedback on the revised Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual.

Published:

14 July 2006