Regulatory signs are used to control the actions of road users. This used to control the drivers and other users actions in the road in UAE. This is applicable by law and it clearly states what action you can perform and what prohibited. Suppose if you want to know how much speed you can follow in some roads, the speed limit sign will inform you that. If you are driving above that limit there will be cameras and speed related RTA fine may waiting for you. There are various types of regulatory signs:
They are used to show the right of way, priority or direction of travel. Some examples of control signs are:
Mandatory signs indicate to road users the actions that they need to take. Some examples of mandatory signs are: ahead only, turn right only, pass either side, 60kmph minimum speed freeway, keep right, roundabout, travel in direction of arrow, keep left.
They indicate prohibited actions or objects, so as to indicate road users about actions they should not take or which are prohibited. Some examples of prohibitory signs are: no left turn, no right turn, do not overtake, do not exceed 80kmph speed limit, do not horn, no hazardous materials, no goods vehicles, no pedestrians, no cyclists, maximum heights limits, qualification plate, no U turn.
Parking Related
You must not stop or park in the areas shown by the arrow(s) during the times shown on the sign.
more...Freeway related
Alert users for the hazard condition
Advanced Warning Signs Desc
Helps to identify physical hazard
When triangular waring signs not enough it will show
Use to provide direction, provide route numbers etc
show right of way priority or direction of travel. Few signs are below.
include route emblem
