Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ministry of Communications Manual on Uniform Traffic Control E Devices a ‘This manual is one of a series of manuals covering high- way design and construction, construction materials, highway and bridge maintenance, surveying and map- ping, and uniform traffic control devices, prepared in ey cooperative effort by the Ministry of Communications of \ the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Federal Highway Administration of the United States of America.This manual is one of a series of manuals covering highway desigr and construction, construction materials, highway and bridge maintenance, surveying and map- ping, and uniform traffic control devices, prepared in cooperative effort by the Ministry of Com- munications of the Kingdom of ° Saudi Arabia and the Federal Highway Administration of the United States of America.Contents i List of Figures vil List of Tables ix Part 1. General Provisions Purpose of Traffic Control Devices 1 Requirements of Traffic Control Devices 1 Responsibility for Traffic Control Devices 1 Engineering Study 1 Development of New Standards - 1 1 1 Relationship to Other Documents Color Code Authority for Placement General Prohibitions—Advertising and Confusing Devices be Part 2. Signs 2.01 Introduction and General Standards Function of Signs Scope of Sign Standards Standardization of Application Variable Message Signs Excessive Use of Signs Classification of Signs Design Shapes Colors Dimensions Lenering Ilumination and Reflectorization . Sign Borders Standardization of Location Overhead Sign Installations Height Lateral Clearance Position Erection Posis and Mountings Bridges for Sign Supports Maintenance 02 Warning Signs Application of General Warning Signs 2 Design of Warning Signs 2 Placement of Warning Signs 2 Sign Designations, Usage and Dimensions 1. Dangerous Bend Sign (W 1) 2. Steep Descent or Ascent Sign (wy 2 DOP>N KCHYRONOZZP AE TOMMOOMS 210 2.10 3. Road Narrows Sign (W 3) 4. Road Leads to Quay of River Bank Sign (W 4-1) 212 5 ad Condition Sign 212 6. Uneven Road: Hump Bridge or Ridge Sign (W 6-1) 2. Dip Sign (W 7-1) 8. Slippery Road Sign (W 8-1) 9. Loose Gravel Sign (W 9-1) 10. Falling Rocks Sign (W 10-1) 1H, Pedestrian Crossing Sign (W 11) 12. Children Sign (W 12) 13. Cyclists Sign (W 13-1) 14. Animals Crossing Sign (W 14) als Ahead Sign (W 15) 16. Low Flying Aireraft Si (W 16-1) 17. Crosswind Sign (W 17-1) 18, Two-Way Traffic Sign (W 18-1) 19, Approach to Intersection Sign (w9) Stop Ahead Sign (WW 20-1) Give Way Ahead Sign (W 2 Traffic Rotary Sign (W 22-1) Large Arrow Sign (W 24) Dangerous Shoulder Sign (W 25-1) 25. Narrow Bridge Sign (W 26-1) 26. One-Lane Bridge Sign (W 2 27. Suggested Speed Plate Sign y 1) CW 28-1) 217 28. Tunnel Sign (W 29-1) 217 29. Rumble Strip (liggle Bars) OW 30-1) “28 30, Divided Highway (Road) Sign w31-1) 2.18 31, Divided Highway (Road) Ends Sign (W 32-1) 2-18 Merge Sign (W 33) 218 Low Clearance Sign (W 35-1) 2-19 Fire Station Sign (W 36-1) 219 Chevron Alignment Sign (W 37-1) 24 36. Other Warning Signs 2 2,03 Regulatory Signs vow, Application of Regulatory Signs Classification of Regulatory Signs Design of Regulatory Signs Sign Designations, Usage end Dimensions 1. STOP Sign (R 1-1) 2. Give Way Sign (R 2-1) 3. Maximum Speed Limit Signs (R31) 222 4. Compulsory Minimum Speed and End of Compulsory Minimum Speed Signs (R 4) 5. Entry Prohibited Sign (R 5-1) 6. Closed to All Vehicles in Both Directions Sign (R 6-1! 7.No Entry by Any Vehicle Except ‘Two-Wheeled Motorcycles Without Side Car Sign (R 6-2) 2.23 8. No Entry by Motorcycles Sign (R63) 249. No Entry by Cycles Sign (R 6-4) 10. No Entry by Mopeds Sign (R 6- I. No Entry by Goods Vehicles Sign (R66) 12. No Entry by Any Power-Driven Vehicle Drawing a Trailer Other Than a Semi-Trailer or a Single-Axsle Trailer Sign (R67) 13. No Entry by Pedestrians Sign (R68) 14. No Entry by Animal-Drawn Vehicles Sign (R 6-9) 15, No Entry by Handearts Sign (R 6-10) : 16. No Entry by Power-Driven Agricultural Vehicles Sign (R6-11) 17. No Entry by Power-Driven Vehicles Sign (R 6-12) 18. No Entry by Power-Driven Vehicles or Animal-Drawn Vehicles Sien (R 6-13) 19. No Entry by Vehicles Having an Overall Width Exceeding (~) Meters Sign (R 7-1) 20. No Entry by Vehicles Having an Overall Height Exceeding (~) Meters Sign (R 7-2) 21. No Entry by Vehicles Exceeding (_) Tons Laden Weight Sign (R73) 22. No Entry by Vehicles Having a Weis Exceeding (_) Tons on ‘One-Asle Sign (R 7-4) 23. No Entry by Vehicles or Combinations of Vehicles Exceeding (_) Meters in Length Sign (R 7+ 24. No (Left)(Right)(U) Turn Sign (R8) 25, Overtaking Prohibited Sign (R9-1) 26. Overtaking by Goods Vehicles Prohibited Sign (R 9-2) 27. Use of Audible Warning Devices Prohibited Sign (R 10-1) 28, Passing Without Stopping Prohibited Sign (R 11-1) 29. Priority for Oncoming Traffic Sign (R 12-1) 30. End of Ail Special Prohibitions Imposed on Moving Vehicles Signs (R 13) 31. Parking Prohibited and Parking Restricted Signs (R 14) 32. Pass This Side Sign (R 15-1 and Pass Either Side Sign 3). 33. One-Way Sign (R 16-1) 34. Mandatory Movement (Lane-Use Control) Signs (R 17) Traffic Rotary Sign (R 18-1) 5. Cycle Path Sign Foor Path Sign (R 2 Path for Riders on Animals Sign (R 21-1) 2.04 Informative Signs General Characteristics Scope of Sign Standards Principles of Signing Functions of Informative Signs Application Size of Signs Size of Lettering Size of Lettering and Legend Spacing Amount of Legend Abbreviations Arrows and Symbols Interline and Edge Spacing Sign Borders Color and Reflectorization Viewing Factors Vertical Clearance Horizontal Clearance Route Markers (1) Cardinal Direction Markers (I 2) Advance Bend Arrows (1 3) Directional Arrow (I 4) Directional Assembly KCHY ROR OZEP AEH EOMMDN DD 2.05 Informative Signs—Collector and Local Roads A. Scope of Collector and Local Road Informative Sign Standards Lettering Style Size of Lettering Advance Direction Signs Direction Signs Place Identification Signs Confirmatory Signs Usefl Inform: Facilities Signs (1 8) Parking Signs (1 9) Traffic Signal Signs (I 11) Special Signs for Steep Grades (1 12) . Other Symbols Signs (16, 7) gras mommoop 2.06 Informative Signs— Expressways and Arterial Highways A. Scope of Standards for Informative Signs on Expressways and Arterial Highways General Characteristics of Signing Size of Lettering and Legend Spacing 2-51 Arrows for Interchange Informative Signs Interchange Classification Designation of Destinations Routing to a Given Destination Overhead Sign Installations Number of Signs at an Overhead Tasiallation Signs for Intersections at Grade Interchange Numbering rromm gow nSKilometer Posting Interchange Informative Signs Advance Direction Signs Exit Direction Signs Gore Signs Exit Only Panel Sign Spreading and Pull Thru Signs Diagrammatic Signs Rest Area Signs Recreational and Cultural Interest ‘Area Signs Typical Interchange Signing Applications Part 3. Markings 3.01 General Principles Functions and Limitations Standardization of Application Materials Colors General Principles —Lo Pavement Markings Widths and Patterns of Longitudinal Lines Transverse Markings ‘Curb Markings CHY ROR OZEr < udinal ZO om moom> 3.02_Applications of Pavement and Curb Markings A. Center Lines B. Lane Lines C. Pavement Edge Lines D. No-Passing Zone Markings E, Application of No-Passing Zone Markings F, Warrants for No-Passing Zones at Bends G. Pavement Marking Extensions Through Intersections or Interchanges H. Lane Reduction Transitions 1. Channelizing Line Median Islands Formed by Pavement Markings Marking of Imerchange Ramps Approach to an Obstruction Stop Lines Crosswalks and Crosswalk Lines Parking Space Markings Pavement Word and Symbot Markings Curb Markings for Parking Restrictions Typical Applications—Pavement Markings PO NOZxErR 3,03 Object Markers A. Object Marker Design B. Objects in the Roadway C. Objects Adjacent to the Roadway 3.04 Delineation Delineators Design Curb Markings for Delineation Delineator Application Delineator Placement and Spacing 329 rOO wD 3.05 Barricades and Channelizing Devices A. Barricades B. Channelizing Devices 3:33 3.33 3,06 Raised Pavement Markers A. General Principles 335 B. Functional Applications 3.35 Part 4. Signals 4.01 General Considerations A. Standardization, Design and Application 4 B. Types 4 C. Good and Bad Effects of Traffic Control Signals 4 D. Area of Control + E. Pretimed and Traffic-Actuated Signal Types F, Portable Traffic Control Signals 4,02 Signal Use Criteria A. Factors to be Considered 43 B. Engineering Data Requirenents 4-3 C. Criterion 1—Minimum Vehicular Volume 410 D. Criterion 2—Interruption of Continuous Traffic 410 E, Criterion 3—Minimum Pedestrian Volume 4 F, Criterion 4~School Crossing + G. Criterion 5—Progressive Movement 4- H. Criterion 6—Accident Experience 4 I. Criterion 7—Combination of Criteria 4-14 J. Criterion 8—Short Peak Period Traffic 1 1 1 1 EEG Volume Criterion AS K. Criterion 9—Estimate of Traffic on Street to be Constructed” 415 L. Selection of Pretimed or Tratfic- ‘Actuated Control 417 M. Pedestrian Actuation of Traffic Control Signals 417 N. Signal Criteria Analysis Form 417Page 4.03 Traffic Control Signal Indications A. Meaning of Vehicular Traffic Control Signal Indications B. Use of Traffic Control Signal Indications 1. Noaftashing Indications 2. Arrow Indications 3. Prohibited Combinations of Traffic Control Signal Indications 422 4. Indications That May Follow Other Indications 4.23 5. When Traffic Control Signal Indications Are Flashed 4-23 4,04 Design and Location of Vehicular Traffic Control Signal Indications A. Size and Design of Traffic Signal Lenses 427 B. Number and Arrangement of Indications in a Traffic Control Signal Face 427 . Illumination of Traffic Control Signal Lenses 4:28 D. Visibility and Shielding of Signal Faces 4.28 E. Number and Location of Signal Faces 4-29 F._ Height of Signal Faces 431 G. Design and Location of Traffic Control Signal Supports and Controller Cabinets 431 for Safety 4.05 Traffic Control Signal Operation A. Vehicle Change and Clearance Intervals Prevention of Unexpected Traffic Confiets Protective Fail-Safe Circuitry Sequence of Traffic Control Signal Indications (Operating Plans) 441 Coordination of Traffic Control Signals Flashing Operation of Traffic Control Signals Continuity of Operation of Traffic Control Signals Control Preemption by Priority Trafic Maintenance of Traffic Control + Signals 463 Vehicle Detectors 4 K. Use of Signs with Traffic Control mogo zo Signals +64 L. Operation of Traffic Control Signals by Hand Control 464 iv Page 4.06 Pedestrian Signal Indications A. Meaning of Pedestrian Signal Indications 4-65 B. Use of Pedestrian Signal Indications 4-65 C. Design of Pedestrian Signal Indications 465 D. Location of Pedestrian Signal Indications 4-66 E, Pedestrian Pushbutton Detectors 4-66 F. Pedestrian Signal Phases and Interval Timing 4-66 4.07 Flashing Beacon A. Hazard Identification Beacon 469 B. Speed Limit Sign Beacon 4-69 C. Intersection Control Beacon £69 D. Stop Sign Beacon 470 E. Design and Operation of Flashing Beacons 4.70 Part 5. Traffic Control For Work Areas 5.01 Introduction and General Specifications A. Need for Standards 51 B. Scope C. Responsibility 5-1 D. Application of Standards Se E, Fundamental Principles 51 5.02 Signs A. Design of Signs B. Iilumination and Reflectorization C. Position of Sig D. Mounting of E. Regulatory Signs 1 Authority 2. Specific Regulatory Signs 3. Application FE, Warning 1. Function 2. Specific Warning Signs 3. Application of Work Area Approach Warning Signs 4, Road Work Sign (W 50-1) 5. Detour Sign (W 50-2) 6. Flagger Ahead Sign (W 50-3) 7. Curve Sign (W 1-1) 8. Turn Sign (W 1 9. Two-Way Trafic Sign (W 18-1) 10. Detour Arrow Sign (1 20-1) 11, Chevron Alignment Sign (W 37-1) 12. Suggested Speed Plate (W 28-1) G. Informative Signs 1, General 2. Specific Informative Signs3. Application 5-13 4. Detour Ahead Detour 2 km (1 4-2) 5-13 5. End Road Work Sign (1 5) 5-13 5.03 Temporary Channelization and Deyices ‘Temporary Channelization Traffic Cones and Tubular Markers Vertical Panels Drums Barricades Portable Barriers High Level Warning Devices ommuOE> 5.04. Markings A. Materials B. Types and Uses C. Delineators 5.05 Lighting Devices A. Battery-Operated Wan Delineation Lights B. Hazard Identification Beacons C. Flashing Warning Arrow Panels D. Floodlights 5.06 Control of Traffic Through Work Areas A. General B. Hand Signaling Devices 1. Flags and Warning Paddles 2. Flaggers. 3. Flagger Stations 4, Flagging Procedures C. One-Way Traffic Control 1, Flagger Control 2. Flag-Cartying Car 3. Pilot Car 4. Traffic Control Signals D. Work Areas on Expressways, Multislane Arterials and Collectors, and Other High Volume Highways 1 Special Problems 2. Signing 3. Channelization 4, Pavement Marking 5. Traffic Control Requirements ad 5.07 Selection and Use of Traffic Control Devices 5-3: 5.08 Typical Methods of Traffic Control Through Work Areas 5-3. Case lA Where Work is Clear of Roadway at Least 5.0m from the Edge of Pavement 5-36 Case -B Case LC Case LD Case II Case TIT-A Case H1-B Case LV A Case [V-B Case V Case VI Case VILA Case VILB Case VIL Case IX Case X Pane Where Work is Clear of Roadway at Least 5.0m from Edge of Pavement (Expressway) 5:37 ‘Where Work is Clear of Roadway and within 5.0m ofthe Edge of Pavement 5-38 Where Work is Clear of Roadway and wthin 5.0m of the Edge of Pavement (Expressway) Encroachment in One Lane Intermittent or Continuous Moving Operations in Close Proximity to the Pavement or Shoulder 5-41 Intermittent or Continuous Moving Operations on the Pavement or Shoulder 5-42 Short-Time Operations with Some Work on the Pavement 5-43 Short-Time Operations in Close Proximity to the Pavement or Shoulder 5-44 Activities Encronching on One Lane of a Bridge Deck and When Traffic Signals, are Required 545 Closure of Both Lanes and Use of a Temporary De- tour Encroachment on Pave ment During Pavement Widening Procedures S48 Encroachment on Pave- ment During Pavement Widening Procedures 5-49 When Activity Encroaches on Any Portion of the Lane Immediately Adjacent to the Shoulder Within 0.5m of the Edge of Pavement 5-51 When Activities Require the Closure of Two Adjacent Lanes and a Temporary Crossover is Provided by Making Use of One Lane Normally Used by Opposing Trafic When Activities Require the Closure of Two Adjacent Lanes and a Temporary Crossover is Provided by Making Use of One Lane Normally Use by Opposing TrafficPage CaseXI When Activities Require a Moving Operation When the Average Speed of Movement is Greater Than 2 km/h but Less Than 20 km/h ‘When Activities Encroach on the Pavement, Requiring Closure of One Traffic Lane in an Area Where Speeds are in a Lower Range Posted Zone 337 ‘When Activities Encroach on the Pavement, Requiring the Closure of at Least One Traffic Lane in an Area Where the Posted Speed is 60 km/h or Less When Activities Encroach on the Pavement, Requiring the Closure of at Least One Traffic Lane in an Area Where the Posted Speed is 60 km/h or Less Part 6. Traffic Control For School Areas 5-56 Case XII Case XIT-A 5:38 Case XI-B 5-59 6.01 General Provisions A. Need for Standards 6-1 B. Criteria for School Crossing Control 6-1 C. Engineering Study Required 61 6.02 Signs and Markings Design of Signs 6: School Warning Sign (W 12) 6 School Speed Limit Sign (RBI 12-1) 6-5 Parking Prohibited and Parking Restricted Signs (R 14) 6: E. Pavement Markings 6 op on 6.03 School Area Traffic Control Signals and Flashers A. General—Standards 67 B. Criteria for School Crossing Traffic Control Signals 67 C. Inter ction and Nonintersection Traffic Control Signal Installations 6-7 D. Design and Location of Schoo! Crossing Signals 67 E, Operation of School Crossing Traffic Control Signals 67 Part 7. Traffic Control Systems For Railroad Grade Crossings 7.01 General Provisions Tl 7.02 Signs and Markings A. Purpose 13 B. Railroad Crossing With Gates (WW 23-1) 13 C. Railroad Crossing Without Gates CW 23-2) 73 D. Location of Railroad Crossing (W233) 73 E, Pavement Markings 73 7.03 Signals and Gates A. Purpose B. General C. Flashing Light Signal—Post Mounted D. Flashing Light Signal—Cuntilever Mounted E, Automatic Gates FE. Operation of Railroad Grade Crossing Signals and Gates 76 G. Train Detection for Railroad Crossing Signals and Gates 16 H. Traffic Control Signals Near Railroad Grade Crossings 710 Appendix Glossary 7:23List of Figures Part 2 Height and lateral location of signs—typical installations. 2-2. Typical locations for STOP signs ‘and GIVE WAY signs. 2-3. Location for one-way and turn prohibition signs. Typical location for one-way signs. Typical sign orientation. Typical signing for roundabouts. Typical overhead informative sign showing lane assignment arrows. 2-6 Typical Informative sign arrow configurations. 2-7. Typical route markings at rural intersections (for one direction of travel only). ‘Typical route markings at rural intersections (for one direction of travel only). 2-9 Typical route marking at rural {intersections (for one direction of travel only). 2-10 Advance direction diagrammatic signs. 2-11 Typical interchange numbering for mainline and ring routes. ‘Typical interchange numbering for mainline loop and spur routes. ‘Typical interchange numbering where expressway routes overlap. Interchange informative signs. Supplemental direction sign. Exit direction sign. Placement of exit direction sign. Gore sign, EXIT ONLY panels. ‘Spreading of informative sign information Diagrammatic sign. Expressway rest area signs. Recreational and cultural interest area sign. Typical advance signing for single-exit major interchange. Minor interchange. Diamond interchange. Diamond interchange. Partial cloverleaf interchange. Cloverleaf interchange, Series of closely spaced interchanges using sequence signs and sign spreading Optional lane split (No overlapping routes). EXIT ONLY on right (right-hand interchange lane drop), EXIT ONLY on left with diagrammatic (left-hand interchange lane drop), 34. Two-lane exit with optioral lane. 3. Two-lane exit with optional lane and route discontinuity. 273 2.36 Split without optional lane having off route to left. 2-37 Typical direction signs. 2.38 Typical direction signs. Part 3 3-1 Typical pavement marking lines, ‘and patterns 32 3-2. Typical three-lane, two-way marking application. 36 3:3. Typical two-lane, two-way marking application. 37 3-4 Typical multi-lane, two-way ‘markings. 37 3-5. Typical one-way and divided way marking application. 3-8 36 Standard three-lane, two-way pavement marking for alternating preferred direction of two lanes. 3-10 3-7 Method of locating and determining the limits of no-passing zones at vertical and horizontalcurves. 3-11 3-8 Typical pavement marking application. 312 3-9 Typical lane reduction transition ‘markings and signs. 313 Typical exit ramp markings. 314 Typical enirance ramp markings, 3-15 Typical approach markings for obstructions in the roadway. 3-18 Typical crosswalk markings. 318 Typical parking space limit markings. 319 Elongated symbols, 321 Elongated arrows for pavement markings, Typical lane-use control markings. Typical markings at a rural T” junction. ‘Typical markings at a high speed rural intersection. Object Markers. Typical delineator installation. Barricades and channelizing devices. 3:33 3.23 Recommended spacing for raised pavement markers. 3:36 Part 4 4-1 Vehicle volume count field data form, 44 2 Traffic volume summary form 45 4-3 Pedestrian count field data form. 4-6 44° Condition diagram. 47 445. Typical collision diagram 48 viiPace Vehicle speed study field data form. 4-9 Example of a test for criterion 1, ‘minimum vehicular volume. 4-8 Example of atest for criterion 2, interruption of continuous traffic. 4-13 4.9 Peak hour volume criteria. 416 4-10 Peak hour volume criteria (less than 10,000 population or above 65 km/h). Completed traffic signal criteria analysis form (page 1), Completed traffic signal criteria analysis form (page 2). ‘Typical arrangements of indications in signal faces. Required location of signal faces. Signal face location and indications—divided street or highway—without pedestrian signals, Signal face location and indications—intersection of two one-way streets—with pedestrian signals. Signal face location and indications “raised median left-turn bays— without pedestrian signals. ignal face location and indications school or pedestrian midblock crossing. 4-19 Typical mast arm mounting of signal heads. 4.20 Typical pedestal and short bracket signal head mountings. Standard four phase trafic signal—without pedestrian signals, 4-22. Signal operating plan No. 1— standard signal operating plan— without pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No, 2— standard signal operating plan including pedestrian indications— with pedestrian signals, Signal operating plan No. 3 leading protected/permissive left- turn from one approach—with pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No. 4— permissive left-turn on green disk from opposite approaches— with pedestrian signals. 1-26 Signal operating plan No. $— Teading protected permissive lefi-tura from opposite approaches—with pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No. 6— leading protected/prohibited Teft-aurn from one approach intersection with one-way street— with pedestrian signals. an 4.16 418 419 4.28 4:30 4:33 4-16 4i7 4:38 421 443 444 4-23 445 424 447 448 4-49 4.27 4.50 vill Pans 4-28 Signal operating plan No. 7— intersection of two divided streets with service roads—stop or signal control on the service roads— without pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No. 8— leading protected/prohibited left-turn from two approaches— leading protected/permissive left-turn from two other approaches—intersection of two divided streets with lefi-tum bays—with pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No, 9—™ intersection with a one-way service road along the principal street—without pedestrian signals. Signal operating plan No. 10. intersection with left-turn bay— continuous traffic on the principal street Part A Intersection plan—iraffic actuated signal with pedestrian signals. Part B Movements during each of the phases. Part A Table of conflicting and nonconflicting phases. Part B Signal indications to be used in the change and clearance intervals. 3. Part C Explanatory notes. 4 Three-phase lead-lag diamond interchange ramp signal sequence. Four-phase diamond interchange ramp signal sequence. Four-phase two-overlap diamond interchange ramp signal system. ‘Three-phase lag-lag diamond interchange ramp signal system. Pedestrian signal indications, Part 5 5-1. Height and lateral location of signs—typical installation. 54 5-2 Methods of mounting signs other than on posts 5 3-3 Vehicle mounted flashing arrow panel, Barricades—Types Land Il. Object markings. ‘Typical pavement marking 451 4.29 4-52 430 431 437 4.38 lines and patterns. 54 Commonly used regulatory signs. 5-9 Example of warning signs used in work areas, 5-10 5-9 Use of hand signaling devices by Hager.Pose Page Part 6 6-1 School crossing survey form. 62 74 Schematic view ofautomatic gate. 7-8 6-2. School speed limit folding sign 7-5. Typical clearance for flashing light installation. 66 signals and automatic gates. 78 7-6 Typical location plan for Nashing Part7 light signals and automatic gates. 7-9 4-7. Typical preemption sequence when 7-1 Typical pavement markings at signal continues to alte-nate the railroad grade crossings. T right-of-way during the 7-2. Typical flashing light signat—post preemption hold period Til mounted. 7-7 7-8 Typical preemption sequence when 7-3. Typical flashing light signal— signal flashes during preemption cantilever supported. W hold period. 73 List of Tables Part 2 21 A Guide for Advance Warning 4-9. Vehicle Clearance Interval (seconds) 4-40 Sign Placement Distance 210 Part 5 Part3 5-1 Taper Lengths in Meters for Een 7 Required Lateral Movement 5-15, ee edie eaten oven 7 Spacing of Channelizing Devices 3-2. Suggested Maximum Spacing for in Tapers ae Highway Delineators on Bends 3-31 5.3 spacing of Channelizing Devices 4 on Bends Part Barricade Characteristics : ° aed Warning Lights CE eee Cae aeeetiG ‘Warning Flashing Arrow Panels 4-2. Minimum Vehicular Volumes for Criterion 2 410 Part6 4.3. Minimum Vehicular and Pedestrian Z Volumes for Criterion 3 412 61 Table of Adequate Gap Times 63 Minimum Vehicular Volumes for Criterion 9 415 Part7 4-5 Permissible Sequential Traffic Control Signal Indications 424 7-1. Typical Preemption Sequence 4-6 Additional Permissible Sequential ‘When Signal Operates Trafic Control Signal Indication Stop-and-Go During Preemption During Signal Preemption Phase 4-26 Hold Period 72 4.7 Required Advance Visibility of 7-2. Typical Preemption Sequence Traffic Control Signal Indications 4-28 When Signal Flashes Curing 4-8 Vehicle Change Interval (seconds) 4-39 Preemption Hold Period 74gwPart 1. General Provisions Purpose of Traffic Control Devices ‘Traffic control devices improve highway safety by providing for the orderly movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and other conveyances throughout the Kingdom’s highway transporta- tion system. These devices also provide drivers with guidance and warnings for safe and informed operation. Requirements of Traffic Control Devices A, This Manual sets forth the basic principles that govern the design and usage of traffic con- trol devices. B, The Manual presents standards for traffic control devices to be used on all highways under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Com- munications, Other agencies are encouraged to consult this Manual to insure the consistent use of these devices throughout the Kingdom, C. To be effective, traffic control devices must meet five basic requirements: 1, Fulfill a need. 2, Command attention. 3. Convey a clear, simple meaning, 4, Command respect of road users. 5. Give adequate time for proper response. D. Five basic considerations are used to in- sure these requirements are met: Design, Placement, Operations. Maintenance, and Uniformity. E, In the case of regulatory devices, the actions required of vehicle operators and pedestrians are specified by the Traffic Regulations, adopted by Royal Decree and in force through- out the Kingdom. Design, placement (location), operation (appli- cation), maintenance, and uniformity (consis tency) determine the effectiveness of traffic control devices. Responsibility for Traffic Control Devices The responsibility for traffic control devices rests with the Ministry of Communications, the Provinces, through their respective Gover- nors, and the cities, through their respective Mayors, for roads under their jurisdictions. Engineering Study The provisions of this Manual are the stan- dards for the installation of traffic control devices, Engineering judgement must be used in determining needs, and if a qualified engi- neer is not available, assistance from the Min- istry of Communications should be sought. Development of New Standards As this Manual is implement2d, the need to develop refinements to the Manual will become apparent. The Ministry of Communi- cations (Traific Engineering Department) will be the coordinating office to assemble a file of these desired or necessary changes, Relation to Other Documents Several documents have a direct bearing on this Manual: Traffic Regulations, adopted by Royal Decree, and the Manuals for Design, Construction, Materials, and Maintenance. Color Code The following color code establishes general meanings for seven colors aprropriate for use in conveying traffic control information. Cen- tral values and tolerance limits for each color are available through the Ministry of Commu- nications, Traffic Engineering Department. 1, YELLOW—Work area signs, warning signs, pavement markings, zigzag no-parking, zones, traffic signal change warning indica- tion, channelizing islands. 2, WHITE—Regulatory signs, certain Informative signs, edge lines, lane lines, crosswalks, stop lines, word and symbol pavement markings, pedestrian signal indi- cations, cross-hatching markings (chevrons). 3. RED—STOP and traffic signal stop indi- cation, prohibitive indication, and messages on certain Regulatory, Warning and Inform- ative signs, 4, BROWN—Recreational and cultural interest areas. 5. BLACK—Certain Informative signs, symbols on signs, end prohitition. 6. GREEN—Portion of symbol on Signal Ahead sign, traffic signal proceed indication, route markers, and certam Informative signs. 7. BLUE—Certain Regulatory and Informa- tive signs. Authority for Placement Traffic control devices shail be placed only by the authority of a public body or official having Jurisdiction for the purpose of regulating, warn- or guiding traffic General Prohibitions—Advertising and Confusing Devices Any unauthorized devices placed on the high- way right-of.way by a private organization or individual constitutes a public nuisance. All unofficial or nonessential devices shall be removed.1aPart 2, Signs 2.01 Introduction and General Standards A, Function of Signs Signs are to be used only where this Manual indicates the need for placement. Signs ure re- quired where special regulations apply at spe~ cific places or at specific times only, or where hazards are not self-evident. Signs also give information as to highway routes, directions, destinations, and points of interest. Rules of the road can stand alone, and signs are not needed to confirm the rules, B, Scope of Sign Standards 1. This Manual prescribes standards for the signing within the right-of-way of all design classifications of public highways (see High- way Design Manual). Detailed standards for Warning, Regulatory, and Informative signs are found in successive sections. The general signing requirements for expressways and arterials have the same standards for use and design, especially for Informative signs. 2. Roadway geometric design and signing shall be coordinated providing effectively placed signing to give drivers necessary in- formative, regulatory, and warning informa- tion, C. Standardization of Application 1, Each standard sign shall be displayed only for the specific purpose prescribed for it in this Manual. 2. Uniformity of design and placement is as important as the use of standard signs. Iden- tical conditions shall slways be indicated with the same type and placement of sign, despite where those particular conditions occur. 3. Urban and rural traffic conditions differ. and, in many instances, signs must be ap- plied and located differently. Where perti- nent, this Manual sets forth separate recom- mendations for rural and urban conditions. D. Variable Message Signs 1, Variable message signs are designed to have one or more messages, which may be displayed or deleted as required. Such a sign may be changed manually, by remote con- trol, or by automatic controls which “sense” the conditions requiring special sign messages. 2, Some variable message signs cannot con- form to the exact shape, color, and dimen~ sions specified in these standards because of technological limitations. A desirable usage of the variable message sign is with advance warnings to reduce collisions of high vehicles with highway structures, where “sensor” devices can be used E, Excessive Use of Signs A conservative use of Warning and Regulatory signs is recommended. If used t0 excess, these signs tend to lose credibility and then effectiv ness. In the case of Informative signs, frequent display to keep drivers informed does not lessen the value. F, Classification of Signs Functionally, signs are classified as follows: 1, Warning signs call attention to conditions on, or adjacent to, a highway or strect poten- tially hazardous to traffic operations. 2. Regulatory signs give rotice of traffic laws or regulations, 3, Informative signs show route desig- nations, destinations, directions, distances, services, points of interest, and other geo- graphical, recreational, or cxltural informa- tion G. Design Uniformity in design includes shape, color, di- mensions, legends, and illumination oF refiectorization. This Manual shows many typ- ical standard signs, The standards for these designs do not preclude making minor changes in proportion of symbols, width of borders, or layout of word messages, but all shapes and colors shall be as indicated. H. Shapes Standard sign shapes are as fol ows: I. The octagon shape shall be reserved ex- clusively for the STOP sign 2. The equilateral triangle, with one point downward, shall be reserved exclusively for the Give Way sign, The equilateral triangle, with one point upward, shall be reserved exclusively for Warning signs 3. The round shape shall be reserved ex- clusively for Regulatory signs. 4, The rectangle shall be used for Informa- tive signs, basically for advance direction, direction, and confirmatory. The square or rectangle, the latter with tke longer dimen- sion either vertical or horzontal, shall be used for the Pedestrian Pushbutton sign, Useful Information signs, Facilities signs, and Parking signs. a1. Colors, The colors used on standard signs shall be as follows (The Ministry of Communications has color chips and specifications for all colors described in this manual): 1, Red is us“4 as a background color for the STOP sign. ked is used for messages or bor- ders on certain Warning signs, certain Regu- latory signs, and certain Informative signs. 2. White is used as a background color on Regulatory, Warning signs, and certain Informative signs. White is used as the mes- sage or border on blue, red, black, and brown signs. 3, Blue is used as a background color for all Mandatory signs and certain Informative signs. 4, Yellow is used on some information panels and as a background for the signs in work areas. 5, Black is used as 2 background color for certain Informative signs, Black is used for messages on yellow and white signs. Black is, used for messages on End of All Special Prohibitions Imposed on Moving Vehicle signs. 6. Brown is used as a background color for Recreation and Cultural Interest signs. 7. Green is used on certain informative signs. J. Dimensions ‘The sign dimensions prescribed in this Manual shall be the standard for application on high- ways within the Kingdom under the jurisdic- tion of the Ministry of Communications, Where greater legibility or emphasis is needed, the standard sizes should be increased. Larger signs are prescribed for expressway’. K, Lettering ‘The Arabic letter style shall be Naskh. Proper names in Arabic shall be translated in English; Arabic street names shall be a transliteration in English, Only Arabic numbers in Naskh style shall appear on all route markers and speed limit signs. L. Ulumination and Reflectorization Warning and Regulatory signs shall be reflec- torized or internally illuminated to show the same color day and night. All Informative signs shall be reflectorized and, in certain instances, shall be illuminated as well. Reflectorization shall be obtained by reflectorizing the back- ground or by using button or sheeting copy on an opaque background, or a combination of 22 both, All overhead signs shall be illuminated where possible. M. Sign Borders With the exception of warning signs or as noted below, all signs shall have a border the same color as the legend. The border widths should generally not exceed the stroke-width of the Arabic lettering of the sign, however, a mini- mum border width of 30 mm should be used. For signs exceeding 2 m by 3 m in size, the border should be approximately 50 mm wide or on unusually large signs, 75 mm may be appropriate. The comers of the sign border shall be rounded. Where practicable, the cor- ners of the sign panels should also be rounded to fit the border, 1, Borders on Warning signs shall be red and. shall have the dimensions to approximate the widths illustrated for each sign. 2. Borders on Regulatory signs shall be red except for the STOP sign, which shall be white and the No Entry sign, which has no border, 3. Mandatory signs do not have a border. 4, Usefull Information signs do not have border. 5, White on blue or green advance direction signs and direction signs shall have a white border. A black border shall be used on advance direction and direction signs with a white background. Standardization of Location 1, Standardization of location for locating signs cannot always be attained in practice. However, the general rule is to locate signs on the right hand side of the road where the driver is looking for the signs. On wider facil- ities, or where some degree of lane-use con- ol is desirable, or where space is not avail able at the roadside, overhead signs are ofien necessary. Supplementary signs may be help- ful av times if the initial signs are not in a direct line of sight for the driver. A supple- mentary Warning sign shall be located on the left median of a divided highway or on the left of a one-way roadway where the view of the standard sign in the normal location may be obstructed by traffic jgns should not obscure cach other or be hidden from view by other objects. 3. Signs should not block the view of a driver approaching an intersection to traffic approaching from an intersecting street. 4. Spacing benween signs must be sufficient to allow time for the driver to make the required decisions safely.5, Standard positions for typical signs are illustrated in Figures 2-1 to 2-4b. ©. Overhead Sign installations 1, Overhead signs have value at many loca- tions. The following conditions provide a vasis for justifying the erection of overhead sign aisplays: a, Traffic volume at or near capacity for highways with two or more lanes. b. Complex interchange design. c, Three or more fanes in each direction. 4. Restricted sight distance. . Multi-lane exits Large percentage of trucks. . Street lighting background \. High speed traffic, i, Consistency of sign message location through a series of interchanges. er ae j, Insufficient space for ground mounted signs. k, Junction of one major road with another. 2, One or more of the conditions listed above do not in themselves automatically justify the use of overhead signs. Close coor- dination between design and operation at the design stage make some of these elements less critical. P. Height 1, Signs erected at the side of the road in rural areas shall be mounted at a height of at least {.5 m measured from the bottom of the sign to the nearest edge of the pavement. In. business, commercial, and residential areas where parking and/or pedestrian movement is likely to occur or the driver's view is obstructed, the clearance between the bot tom of the sign and the pavernent shall be at least 2 m, 2. On major roads, the advance direction, direction, and confirmation signs shall be erected with the clearance between the bot- tom of the sign and the pavement being 2 m. 3, Overhead signs shall provide a clearance of not less than 5.5 m. Q Lateral Clearance 1. Signs should have the maximum practical lateral clearance from the edge of the trav- cled way, to increase safety of motorists who may accidently run off the road striking sign supports. Breakaway or yielding supports shall be used, 2. Normally, signs should not be closer than 2m from the edge of the skoulder or, if no shoulder exists, 3.5 m from the edge of the traveled way. Large Informative signs should be placed preferably 9 m or more from the nearest traffic lane. In urban areas, 0.5 m is recommended as a clearance from the curb face. Overhead sign supports shall not be erected in gore areas or other exposed loca~ tions. Where desirable or necessary, impact attenuators should be placed around the base of the overhead sign structure. In many instances, the location of Informative and ‘Warning signs can be shifted to take advan- tage of existing roadway devices such as guardrail or overcrossing structures to mini- mize the exposure of sign supports to traffic R. Position 1. A Warning sign is placed in advance of the condition to which it cals attention, 2. A Regulatory sign normally is placed where its mandate or prohibition applies or begins. 3. Informative signs are placed, where needed, to keep drivers well informed as 10 their route and destination. 4, Detailed standards for sign locations are given in sections of the Manual dealing with individual signs or classes 0° signs.Roadside Sign Aural Distr Traveled way Roadside Sign Business ot Fsidence District “Traveled Way Roadside Assembly Patel Distict| Traveled way eS Sida ounting 4.5m min ‘3.0m man. Height and lateral location of signs—typical installations, -25mif secondary panel used Notiess ‘than 1 5rm 2.5m max. Roadsice Sign ural District eal Notless Traveled than 20m Sa 227 Roadside Warning Sign Urban Area Traveled Way Mandatory Sian Onin Inthe Line of Trafic 2 4.5m Overhead Mounting Traveled way Figure Notas [thant scr 25mm max. 4‘Acute Angle Intersection ‘Channelized Intersection 0.5m ining Minor Crossroad Urban Intersect Markad or : Unmarkes Major Road : “Crosswalk. “F3.Sm maim cure Divisional stand Figure 2-2 ‘Typical locations for STOP signs and GIVE WAY signs.Figure 2-3a Ovemnest Atleast | Sign Face 55m Tratfc Note: This installation standard shall ply to all Expressway signs. This standard may also be used fr other signs. ‘Typical sign orientation S, Erection Normally signs are mounted at approximately right angles to the direction of, and facing, the traffic the signs are intended to serve. Where mirror refiection (specular glare) is encoun- tered, the sign should be turned slightly away from ‘the road, Large Informative signs, which are offset 9 m from a defined pavement edge, should generally be slightly turned toward the road. On grades, a sign can be tilted forward or back from the vertical to improve the viewing angle, Overhead signs should be tilted slightly forward.* (See Figure 2-4a) T,. Posts and Mountings 1, Sign posts shall hold signs in a proper and permanent position. 2. Sign supports shall be of a suitable break- away or yielding design. 3. Overhead sign supports are nonbreak- away type and shall be protected by the appropriate barriers. "For small ground-mounted signs the forward tle s not 28 4, In urban areas, signs may be placed on supports such as traffic signals, street lights, and utility poles. U. Bridges for Sign Supports Overcrossing structures frequently can serve for the support of overhead signs. Use of such structures eliminates the need for foun- dations, sign supports, and protecting barri- ers along the roadside. V. Maintenance 1, All traffic signs shall be kept in proper position, clean, and legible at all times. Dam- aged signs shall be replaced without undue delay, 2, Weeds, trees, shrubbery, and parked con- struction and maintenance equipment and materials should not obstruct sign faces.Note: Typical signing for ‘nwo approaches only. ‘Typical Signing for RoundaboutsNote: “Typical signing for two approaches only, Figure 2-4b igning for Roundabouts Typical Si 28aNote: "Typieal signing for ‘wo approaches aniy. Figure 2-46 ‘Typical Signing for Roundabouts 2-83dWOH O33us 48, 3dAL “SdULS STONY any Wy, SdAL SRLS STEWNY sdlwis 3 1ewny VIBVHY KINVS 40 WOGONIDA SEDRVA INSWBAY Casi SvES NO |Y sais asenni ia onovae’ 1Oy AGAL ‘SARILS TAWNY VN ROSS ‘avin Gaaa5 heeet pemestomsy Ee Says ta ee SPEED_NUMP. 8 = { a SECTION aca Ge ; T SCORED SHOULDER RUMBLE STRIPS, TYPE “c" SPACING OF RUMBLE STRIPS CERAMIC RAISED PAVEMENT MARKERS Tins are (rere “WF ROMBLE. STRIPS) ° meme © 0 © 0 0 © © penrnrnnnggg a So ‘| KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA oe ieee RUMBLE STRIPS RUMBLE STRIP, TYPE "A’ ‘AND RUMBLE STRIPS, TYPE “BY eee2.02 Warning Signs A. Application of General Warning Signs 1, Warning signs are used when traffic needs to be warned of existing or potentially haz- ardous conditions on or adjacent to a high- way or street. Warning signs require drivers 10 be cautious and may call for a reduction in speed or a maneuver in the interest of his own safety, or that of other drivers and pedestrians. 2. Use of Warning signs should be kept to a minimum. Unnecessary use of signs to warn of apparent conditions lessens a driver's compliance to warnings truly reflecting dan- gerous hazards 3. Typical locations and hazards that may warrant the use of Warning signs are as follows: a. Changes in horizontal alignment, . Intersections. c. Advance warning of control devices. d. Converging traffic lanes. e. Narrow roadways and roadways with narrow shoulders, f. Changes in the design features of the roadway, g. Steep grades. h, Roadway surface conditions. i. Railroad crossings. j. Entrances and crossings. k. Miscellaneous roadway elements. 4, If warnings other than those listed above or illustrated in this Manual are needed, the signs shall be the standard shape, color, and placement of Warning signs. 5. Warning signs may be accompanied by an educational plaque (in Arabic) placed below the symbol sign 6. Supplemental plaques may be added to a warning sign to show distances, grades, advi- sory speeds, or other information B. Design of Warning Signs 1. Generally, all Warning signs shall be a tri- angle shape, The background color is white, with black symbols on the sign face and a red border, except as specified. 2. All Warning signs shall be fully reflector- ized or internally illuminaied. 3. The minimum (normal) size for each ‘Warning sign described in this section is 900 mm. Where conditions of speed, volume, or special hazard require greater visibility or emphasis, larger signs are to be used, C. Placement of Warning Signs 1, Warning signs shall be erected in accor- dance with the general requirements for sign positions described in Sections 2.01 N to 7. 2. Since Warning signs are primarily for the benefit of the driver who is unacquainted with the road, special care should be given to the placement of these signs, Warning signs should provide adequate time for the driver to perceive, identify, decide, and perform any necessary maneuver. This total time to perceive and complete a reaction to a sign is the sum of the times necessary for PIEV which stands for Perception, Identification (understanding), Emotion (decision making), and Volition (execution of decision). The PIEV time can vary from about 3 seconds for general warning signs to 10 seconds for high driver judgment condition warning signs. Table 2-1 lists suggested minimum sign placement distances, which nay be used for three conditions: a. Condition A—a higher driver judgment condition, which requires she driver to use extra time making and executing a deci- sion because of a complex driving situa- tion (lane changing, passing, or merging). b. Condition B—a condition where the driver will likely be required to stop. ©. Condition C—2 condition where the driver will likely be required to decelerate toa specific speed. The placement of temporary warning signs used at highway construction and mainte- nance sites is covered in Part 5 of this Man- ual, and the suggested minimum sign place- ment distances given in Table 2-1 may not apply to that group of signs, 3. Other miscellaneous Warning signs that advise of potential hazards, but are not related to a specific spot, may be installed in the most appropriate locations since these signs are not covered in Table 2-1. These include types such as came! crossing and soft shoulder. Minimum spacing between Wam- ing signs with different messages normally should be based on the PIEV times for driver comprehension and reaction,Table 2-1" A Guide for Advance Warning Sign Placement Distance General Warang Sig Posted Condition A , Centon © eras igh ecu Deceeraton Condon a Listed Poreaite | Judgment «dea? | SP, ‘Suagested Safe Speed ~ km/h sreedkm’n | QO Secx PIEW) tor Desired Speed Condition 0 L2 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 100 30 km/h 50m EE a2 40 75 : 35m 50 100 35m 50, 60 130 60 70 60 70 160 85 95 80, 80 190 110 125 no 80 90 215 140 155 140, 110 100 245 180 185 175 145 100 110 275 220 225 210 WS 130 120 305 260 265 250 215 170, 120 "Distances shown are for level rosdways. Corrections should be trade for grades a5 prevailing speeds ill alter both parade and owngrads due to acceleration of deceleration demands tof trae conditions, If 1,200 mim sigs are used, the legibility fdstonce may be increased 10 60 m. This would allow reducing the above distances by 25 m. ste urban sres,e supplementary pte underneath the Warsing sign should be used specifying te cistance tothe condition if itere isan in-between intersection Which might confuse the "Distance provides for 3-second PIEV. 40 m Sign Legibilty Distanee, Braking Distance for Condition B and Comsfortsble Brahing Distance for Condition C 4. The effectiveness of the placement of any Warning sign should be tested periodically under both day and night conditions. 5, In some instances, the suggested distances 1 suggested minimum distances provided. At these spe location spends on physical conditions ste, ‘In tome instances, the Suggested distances may have to be al fered oF 4 series Df signs may be efected to provide a second reminder ofthe hazaed “Typical Signe forthe Listed Conditions in Table 2.1 Condition A-Mergs, Right Lane Ene, et Coneition B-Cress Xing ‘Contition C-Bend, Divided Rend, Mil, Dip, ae ‘Stop Ahead, Signal Ahead, Ped might have to be altered or a series of signs erected in order to provide a second reminder of the hazard. en D, Sign Designations, Usage and Dimensions 1. Dangerous Bend Sign (W 1) a. The Bend sign (W 1-1) is intended for use where engineering investigations of roadway, geometric, and operating condi- tions show the recommended speed on a bend to be in the range between 50 and 100 km/h and equal to or less than the established speed limit. b. The Sharp Bend sign (W 1-2) is in- tended for use where engineering investi- gations of roadway, geometries, and oper- ating conditions show the recommended speed on a sharp bend to be 50 km/h or less and this speed is equal to or less than the established speed limit. c. The Dangerous Bends sign (W 1-3) is intended for use to mark a succession of two or more bends, that are separated by tangent distances of less than 175 m. d. The Reverse Bend sign (W 1-4) is in- tended for use to mark two bends in oppo- site directions. e. If the first bend is to the right, a Right Dangerous Bends sign shall be used, and if the first bend is to the left, a Left Dan- gerous Bends sign shall be used. f. If the Dangerous Bends sign is used, it shall be erected in advance of the first bend. Where fewer than five bends occur in succession, one or more Bend signs (W 1-1) shall be used in Tiew of the Dan- ous Bends sign (W 1-3). h. Additional protection may be provided by the use of a suggested speed plate posted below these signs.Sharp San sharp Bena wie WR Dangurgus Sends LA Dangerous Bans PAL wast wis Reverse Bend LA Reverse Bond A Wee Wea 2. Steep Descent or Ascent Sign (W 2) a. Intended for use in advance of a down- grade or upgrade where the length, percent of grade, horizontal curvature, or other physical features require drivers to take special precautions. 'b, These signs shall be used in advance of descents or ascents for grades over 3 percent. c. A supplemental plate may be placed underneath the sign(s) which will show the Iength, or distance of the descent or ascent. Ifa pronounced variance in grades exist in a given section of highway, then additional sets of signs shall be used with the appro- priate distance at which that grade will be encountered. 3, Road Narrows Sign (W 3) Intended for use to warn drivers of the re- duction in the number of treffic lanes in the direction of travel on a mult-lane road. The varied symbols show the outline of the road more clearly. Rosa arene wet Road auronsKeop Lott RadNenons—Kesp Aight4, Road Leads to Quay or River Bank Sign (wat) Intended for use to give warning the road leads onto a quay or a river bank. 5. Rough Road: Bad Condition Sign (WW 5-1) Intended for use to give warning the high- way is in bad condition ough Ase 6, Uneven Road: Hump Bridge or Ridge Sign (W 6-1) Intended for use to give warning a hump bridge or ridge exists 7. Dip Sign (W 7-1) Intended for use to give warning a dip oc- curs in the road. 8, Slippery Road Sign (W 8-1) Intended for use to give warning the section of road ahead may be particularly slippery when wet. This sign shall be located in ad- vance of the beginning of the slippery section and at appropriate intervals on long sections of such pavements. 9. Loose Gravel Sign (¥ 9-1) Iniended for use to give warning that a driver's vehicle may cause loose gravel to be thrown up on other vehicles in the immedi ate vicinity10. Falling Rocks ign (W 10-1) Intended for use to give warning of a section of road where danger from falling rocks ex- ists and the consequent presence of rocks on the highway Fling Recxe 11, Pedestrian Crossing Sign (W 11) Intended for use to give warning of an estab- lished pedestrian crossing zone. If used as an advance sign, no simulated crosswalk mark- ing will appear on the sign face, When the sign illustrates crosswalk lines on the symbol plate, it is to be used as a supplementary sign to the advance sign and is to be located im- mediately adjacent to the crossing location. ‘When the two-sign set is used, the crossing shall be defined by pavement markings. Pedestian Crossing 12, Children Sign (W 12) Intended for use to give warning of a section of road frequented by children, such as at the exit from a school or a playground. The W 12-1 sign shall be used aS an advance warning sign. If children are crossing at a marked crosswaik, a supplementary sign can be used illustrating the crosswalk lines on the sign. This supplementary sign shall be located immediately adjacent to the crossing location. Conten Cossng ‘cmeten 13. Cyclists Sign (W 13-1) Intended for use to give warning of a point where cyclists frequently enter or cross the road. If the approach to an intersection is controlled by a traffic contrat signal, STOP sign, or Give Way sign, this sign may not be needed.14, Animals Crossing Sign (W 14) Intended for use to give warning of the dan- ger of animals crossing the road. The symbol should represent the animal, either domestic, or wild, most frequently encountered in a given section. Examples of domestic animals are donkeys, sheep, goats, horses, and cam- els, Posting for crossings of wild animals shall be determined on the basis of need Aina og anes rosa 15, ignals Ahead Sign (WV 15) Intended for use in advance of any traffic control signal location where physical condi- tions prevent drivers from having a contin- uous view of at least two signal indications. Also, it should be used at a location where road users would not expect such an installa tion. The symbol on the sign shall be in the three colors of signal lights the driver is ap- proaching. The arrangement of the colors may be vertical or horizontal. 16, Low Flying Aircraft Sign (W 16-1) Intended for use to give warning of aireraft fiying over sections of road at low altitude, when taking off or landing at an airport. 17. Crosswind Sign (W 17-1) Intended for use to give warning that @ strong crosswind often affects a driver’s con- trol of a vehicle in this section of the road. 18. Two-Way Traffic Sign (W 18-1) Intended for use to give warning that a one- way road (or highway comprised of several one-way traffic rosdways) is changing tem- porarily or permanently to carrying two-way traffic on the same roadway. This sign should be used as required at intervals to periodically remind drivers they are on a two-way roadway. Sionae nese wis wis Signals eos ‘osty Tate19, Approach to Intersection Sign (W 19) Intended for use to give warning of an inter- section for the road user. Other symbols may be used to show the nature of the intersec- tion more clearly. cross oad Side Rosd Note: Other appropriate symbols which accurately show the highway conditions may be used on these Warning signs. These symbols shall show the same proportions as illustrated ‘above, 20. Stop Ahead Sign (W 20-1) a, Intended for use on an approach to a STOP sign not visible for a sufficient dis- tance to permit the driver to stop his vehi- cle at the STOP sign, Obstruction(s) causing the limited visibili:y may be pei- manent or intermittent. bb. In some cases, the Stop Ahead sign may be used for emphasis where the STOP sign is poorly observed. Stop Ahead 21, Give Way Ahead Sign (W 21-1) a. Intended for use on an approach to a Give Way sign not visible for a sufficient distance to permit the driver to stop his vehicle at the Give Way sign. Obstruc- tion(s) causing the limited visibility may be permanent or intermittent. b. In some cases, the Give Way Ahead sign may be used for emphasis where the Give Way sign is poorly observed. (Give Way Aha Wass22, Traffic Rotary Sign (W 22-1) a. Intended to warn by means of arrow indications that traffic keeps to the right b, The roundabout is a circular roadway design with multiple entrances and exits, which create separate potential vehicle conflicts. Diagrammatic Informative signs showing the configuration of the rounda- bout should precede this Warning sien. atte Rotary 23, Large Arrow Sign (W 24) a, Intended to be used to give notice of a sharp change of alignment in the direction of travel. ft is not to be used where no change occurs in the direction of travel {ends of medians, center piers, ete.) b. This sign shall be a horizontal rectan- gle with a standard size of 1200 mm by 600 mm, with a single large arrow oF double head arrow c. This sign, when used, shall be erected on the outside of a bend or on the far side of an intersection, in line with and at right angles to approaching traffic. a. To be effective, the Large Arrow sign should be visible for at least 150 m and trial runs by day and night may be desira- ble to determine final positioning, 1206-600 1obee00 24, Dangerous Shoulder Sign (W 25-1) a, Intended to warn of a shoulder condi- tion that presents a hazard to vehicles which may get off the pavement. b. One sign shall be placed near the be- ginnin> of the soft-shoulder or shoulder drop-cii condition, and other signs shall be placed at intervals throughout the length of the road where the condition exists, ergs Steuer 25, Narrow Bridge Sign (W 26-1) Intended to warn of a structure having a curb-to-curb two-way roadway width of 5 m to 5.5 m or any bridge or culvert having a roadway clearance less than the width of the approach pavement. Additional protection should be provided by the use of object markers, delineators, and pavement markings. Bridges or culverts having less than a 6 m span and the above width also shall be treated as narrow bridges and shall be signed and delineated accordingly.‘Advance signing is needed to warn ap- proaching drivers of the specific hazard. This can be done by installing a Narrow Bridge symbol Warning sign or a One-Lane symbol Warning sign at about 800 m in ad- vance of the narrow structure. Depending con the degree of hazard, two advance Warn- ing signs, one located 2 km and another lo- cated at 800 m in advance of the structure, may be warranted in special cases. 26, One-Lane Bridge Sign (W 27-1) a. Intended for use on two-way roadways to warn of a structure where the following conditions occur: (1) A curb-to-curb roadway width of less than 5 m. (2) A clear roadway width of less than 5.5 m when trucks constitute a high proportion of the traffic. (3) When the alignment is poor on the approach to a structure having a clear roadway width of 5.5 m or less. b, Additional protection should be pro- vided by the use of object markers, delineators and pavement markings. ©. In the case of the One-Lane Bridge sign, a supplemental Informative sign (1 10-1) may be used to indicate priority movement. The white arrow, indicating the direction having priority, shall point upward and the other arrow (red) shall point downward, Should the regulation of one-way traffic be required, the Priority Over Oncoming Traffic sign (R-12-1) may be used. Ono.tene aidge War oncoming Tate Pty Over 27, Suggested Speed Plate Sign (W 28-1) a. Intended for use to supplement Warn- ing signs, The standard size of the Sug gested Speed plate shall be 450 mm by 900 mm, Suggested Speed plates used with 900 mm and larger Warning signs shall be 600 mm by 1100 mm. b. The plate shall carry the message (65) km/h in black on a white background The speed shall be shown in multiples of 10 kilometers per hour but always ending in the Arabic numeral five. The plate may be used in conjunction with any standard Warning sign to indicate the maximum recommended speed at a hazardous loca- tion. It shall not be used in conjunction with any other sign, nor shall it be used seas Spe alone. When used it shall be mounted on the same assembly and below the standard Warning sign, . This sign shall not be erected until the recommended speed has been determined by accepted traffic engineering proce- dures, Because changes in surface charac- teristics, sight distance, et, may alter the recommended speed, each location should be periodically checked end the speed plate corrected if necessary. 28, Tunnel Sign (W 29-1) This sign shall be placed in advance of a tunnel entrance (portal) to inform the driver extra care should be used when traveling through the tunnel. When the tunnel is more than 75 m in length, an Informative sign should follow this sign carrying the message, “Turn on Lights” (1 7-1) 217wrest 29, Rumble Strip Giggle Bars) Sign (W 30-1) a. This sign may be placed in advance of a pavement section that has a series of raised strips, which have been installed in accordance with the approved standard. b. These strips are placed at (1) ap- proaches to towns to complement step- down speed zones, (2) approaches to Pumbte stip STOP signs where the sign is not readily discemable, and (3) at other locations where deemed desirable. 30. Divided Highway (Read) Sign (W 31-1) Intended for use on the approaches to a sec- tion of highway (not an intersection or junc- tion) where the opposing flows of traffic are separated by a physical barrier. Diet Readtends want 31. Divided Highway (Road) Ends Sign «WwW 32-0) Intended for use at the end of a section of physically divided highway (not an intersec~ tion or a junction), as a warning of two-way traffic ahead. 32, Merge Sign (W 33) a. Intended for use to warn motorists merging movements may be encountered in advance of a point where two roadways converge and no turning conflict occurs. b. The sign should be erected on the side of the major roadway where merging traf- fic will be encountered and in a position not to obstruct the driver’s view of vehicles on the entering roadway. c, Where two roadways of approximately equal importance converge, a sign should be placed on each roadway. serge swore wars wase33, Low Clearance Sign (W 35-1) a. Intended to warn vehicle operators of clearances less than the maximum vehicle height permitted plus 300 mm. It shall be erected in advance of the structure having the restricted clearance. b. Where the clearance is Jess than the legal limit, a sign to that effect should be placed at the nearest intersecting road or a wide point in the road at which a vehicle can detour or turn around. The Regula- tory sign R 7-2 should be placed on each structure with clearance restrictions, cc, In the case of an arch or other struc- ture under which the clearance varies greatly, nwo or more signs should be used as necessary on the structure itself, fo give information as to the clearance over the entire roadway. 34. Fire Station Sign (W 36-1) a. Intended to warn motorists a fire sta- tion is located adjacent, or in close prox imity, to the highway, and they may en- counter the fire equipment entering the highway on an emergency run. Fre Staion bb. The sign should be installed regardless of whether or not an emergency traffic signal is in place. c. If an emergency traffic signal is used, then the sign should be equipped with hazard identification beacon which shall be actuated from a nonilluminated condi- tion at the same time as the emergency traffic signal is changed to steady yellow (See Section 4.05). 35, Chevron Alignment Sign (W 37-1) a. Type A is to be used in Work Areas. b. Type B is intended to provide addi- ional emphasis and guidance for vehicle operators to changes in the horizontal alignment of the roadway. Type 8 ‘Ghewon Alignment War” 36, Other Warning Signs Warning signs other than those specified may be required under special conditions. Such signs shall conform with the general specifications for shape, color, and place- ment of Warning signs. 2192.03 Regulatory Signs A. Application of Regulatory Signs 1. Regulatory signs inform highway users of various restrictions indicating the applicabil- yy of legal requirements which would not otherwise be apparent. These signs shall be erected whenever needed to fulfill this pur- pose and shall be erected at those locations ‘where restrictions apply. 2. The sign message shall clearly indicate the requirements imposed by the restriction and shall be easily visible and legible to the vehi- cle operator. 3, Regulatory signs may be accompanied by an educational plaque, in Arabic, placed below the symbol sign. B, Classification of Regulatory Signs These signs are classified in the following groups: 1, Right-of-way series. a. STOP Sign. . Give Way Sign. 2. Speed series. 3, Movement and Exclusi 4, Parking series. 5. Mandatory series. C. Design of Regulatory Signs 1. These signs are round. a. Speed, Movement, Exclusion and Park- ing series signs have a black legend on 2 white background and a red border. A red diagonal slash indicates a total pro- hibition for the condition illustrated. No red slash indicates only the condition shown. . Mandatory series signs have a white legend on a blue background. . Special Prohibitions Imposed on Mov- ing Vehicles signs have a black rim con- taining a dark gray diagonal band and message. The remainder of the back- ground is white. 2. The exceptions to the standard shape and color are with the STOP sign and the Give Way sign, respectively. The STOP sign is an octagonal shape having a red background with white border and message. The Give ‘Way sign is an equilateral triangle with one point downward. The background color is white and the border is red. 3, All Regulatory signs shall be reflectorized or internally illuminated to show the same shape and color both by day end night. D. Sign Designations, Usage and Dimensions 1, STOP Sign (R 1-1) a. This sign shall be octagonal and shall bear the word message, STOP, in Arabic only. This sign is intended for use where traffic is required to stop. b. A STOP sign may be warranted at an intersection where one or more of the fol- Jowing conditions exist: (1) Intersection of a less important road with a main road where application of ‘the general right-of-way rule is unduly hazardous. (2) Unsignalized intersection on a street having signals at other nearby intersections. (3) Other intersections where a combi- nation of high speed, restricted view, and serious accident record indicate a need for control by the STOP sign. ¢. STOP signs shall not be erected at inter- sections where traffic control signals are operating. STOP signs may, however, be used to control unsignalized, separated right-turn lanes. d. STOP signs shall not be erected indis- criminately at intersections. Allowing STOP signs at such crossings tends to lessen compliance at locations where the signs are completely compatible with the condition they are covering. . Portable or part-time STOP signs shall not be used, except for maintenance or emergency purposes. £. STOP signs shall not be used for speed control. 00,900 2. Give Way Sign (R 2-1) a. This sign shall bear no symbol or inscription. Its shape indicates the approaching driver must yield to traffic on other approaches to an intersection. Vehi- 2213. cles controlled by a Give Way sign shall stop when necessary to avoid interference with traffic which has the right-of-way. b. The Give Way sign may be warranted: (1) On a minor road at the entrance to an intersection where it is necessary to assign right-of-way to the major road (but a stop is not necessary at ail times) and where the safe approach speed on the minor road exceeds 20 km/h. (2) On the entrance ramp to an express way, or arterial street or highway. (3) Within an intersection with a divided roadway where a STOP sign is present at the entrance of the first road- way, and further control is necessary at the entrance to the second roadway, and where the median width between the two roadways exceeds 10m, (4) To contro! vehicles on a separate or channelized right-turn lane, without an adequate acceleration lane. (5) At any intersection where a special problem exists and an engineering study indicates the problem can be corrected by the Give Way sign cnewey Ret ‘0058003800 ‘Maximum Speed Limit Signs (R 3-1) a, The Speed Limit sign shall display the limit established by the proper authority, after an engineering and traffic investiga- tion has been made in accordance with established traffic engineering practices. bb. The following factors should be consid- ered to determine the proper numerical value for a speed limit, based on the engi- neering and traffic investigation: (1) Road surface characteristics, shou!- der condition, grade, alignment, and sight distance (2) The 85 percentile speed and pace speed. (3) Roadside development and culture. and roadside friction. (4) Safe speed for curves or hazardous locations. (5) Parking practices and pedestrian activity. (©) Reported accident experience for a recent [2-month period. c. This sign gives notification of a speed limit. The Arabic fgure(s) appearing, on tae sign shall indicate to the nearest 10 km/p, the maximum speed but always ending in Arabic numeral five. 4. To indicate @ speed limit applicable only to trucks (R 22-1) or to vehicles weighing more than 2 specified amount (R 7-4), an inscription comprising that spe: fied amount shall be placed on an adci- tional panel below the sign. Speaatiot Spese Limit 00 Diameter spoDameter Spee Linit_vaticae Tuck Spoea Lint \igrsng Mere tan Arent Ravi paar ‘0044800¢. The exit speed signs are intended for use where engineering investigations of roadway, geometric, or operating condi- tions show the necessity of advising drivers of the maximum recommended speed on a ramp. The sign should be posted along the deceleration lane or along the ramp so it is visible in time for the driver to make a safe slowing and ex- iting maneuver. Where an additional speed indication is needed on the ramp ‘well beyond the gore, a standard Warning sign with a Suggested Speed plate is to be used. 4, Compulsory Minimum Speed and End of Compulsory Minimum Speed Signs (R 4) a. This sign is placed at the entrance of the highway notifying drivers to travel at not less than the speed specified (R 4-1). b. The End of Compulsory Minimum Speed sign means the compulsory mini- mum imposed by sign R 4-1 is no longer in effect. This sign is identical to sign R 4-1, except that it shall be crossed by an oblique red bar running from the upper right edge to the lower left edge (R 4-2). Computtory blaknar End Compulsory Ra Minin Speed soo ameter R42 00 Disrter 5, Entry Prohibited Sign (R 5-1) a. This sign is a red disk with a white horizontal bar. b. This sign gives notification that entry by all vehicles is prohibited. c. To prohibit traffic from entering a re- stricted road section, the Entry Prohibited sign should be conspicuously placed in the most appropriate position at the exit from a one-way roadway or ramp. The sign should normally be mounted on the right- hand side of the roadway, but a second sign on the left-hand side of the roadway may be justified for additional emphasis. 4. The Entry Prohibited sign should be used to mark roads closed to all traffic (except authorized vehicles) because of work area operations or @ temporary emergency. It should not be used where traffic is maintained or a route is detoured several kilometers in advance of the actual construction or blockage. ¢. Where the sign faces through traffic, it shall be preceded by an Advance Road Closed Warning sign, and if applicable, an Advance Detour Warning sign (See Part 5). Erin Fronted nes 00 ameter 6, Closed to All Vehicles in Both Directions Sign (R 6-1) ‘This sign is an open circle and bears no sym- bols. This sign gives notification all vehicular traflic is prohibited in both directions. Closed atm ‘estore ‘aor 900 Daeter 7. No Entry by Any Vehicl: Except Two- Wheeled Motoreycles Without a Side Car Sign (R 6-2) This sign gives notification only two-wheeled motorcycles (without side cars) are permit- ted to enter. All other power-driven vehicles are prohibited. Silhouette indicates vehicle whose entry is prohibited.10, No Entry by Mopeds Sign (R 6-5) This sign gives notification that entry by ~ mopeds is prohibited, Silhouette indicates } vehicle whose entry is prohibited. Motoreytas Only Ree 00 Diameter oped Prohibits 900 ameter 8, No Entry by Motorcycles Sign (R 6-3) This sign gives notification that entry by all motorcycles is prohibited. Silhouette indi- cates vehicle whose entry is prohibited. 11. No Entry by Goods Vehicles Sign } (R6-6) a. This sign gives notification that entry by goods vehicles is prohibited. Silhouette indicates vehicle whose entry is prohib- ited. b. The inscription consists of 2 tonnage figure, either in a light color on the sil- houette of the vehicle or on an additional panel placed below the sign. This means the prohibition shall apply only if the per- missible maximum weight of the vehicle or combination of vehicles exceeds that figure c. A red slash is used when all goods vehi- cles are prohibited. When a tonnage figure 9, No Entry by Cycles Sign (R 6-4) G3 tons) is placed on the sign to indicate a prohibition for vehicles exceeding that This sign gives notification that entry by cy- eight, no slash ist be used. cles is prohibited. Silhouette indicates con- veyance whose entry is prohibited. Goode wiles Protos Pres nee Crees Fn scobsomere 00 Dismeter 2-2412. No Entry by Any Power-Driven Vehicle Drawing a Trailer Other Than a Semi- ‘Trailer or a Single-Axle Trailer Sign (R 6-7) a. This sign gives notification that entry by any power-driven vehicle drawing a trailer other than a semi-trailer or a single-axle trailer is prohibited. Silhouette indicates vehicle whose entry is prohib- ited , The inscription is a tonnage figure, ei- ther in a light color on the silhouette of the trailer or on an additional panel placed below the sign. It shall mean the prohibition applies only if the permissible weight of the trailer exceeds that figure. Drawn Tele Prone Ren so0 Dame 13. No Entry by Pedestrians Sign (R 6-8) ‘This sign gives notification that entry by pe- Gestrians is prohibited. Silhouette indicates a walking pedestrian whose entry is prohib- ited. Pedestian rotates Res. con Damier 14. No Entry by Animal-Drawn Vehicles Sign (R 6-9) This sign gives notification that entry by animal-drawn vehicles is prohibited. Sil- houette indicates the type of conveyance and the animal. Animal Cats Heng Cane Promoted "rented Res Reo soo Diameter s00 Demeter 15, No Entry by Handcar's Sign (R 6-10) ‘This sign gives notification ‘that entry by handearts is prohibited. Sithouette indicates the general type of cart, 16, No Entry by Power-Driven Agricultural ‘Vehicles Sign (R 6-11) This sign gives notification that entry by ag- ricultural vehicles is prohibited. Silhouette indicates a tractor or other agricultural vehi- cle. Farm Equipment Fronted soo ameter 17. No Entry by Power-Driven Vehicles Sign (R 6-12) This sign gives notification that entry by power-driven vehicles is prohibited. Sithou- ‘tte indicates the classes of vehicles in this category. Signs showing more than two sil- houettes may not be set u> outside built-up areas.Motor vers Vehicles Prohibes Prohbtee ew? Reis 200 Dame ‘200 Dameter 18. No Entry by Power-Driven Vehicles or Animal-Drawn Vehicles Sign (R 6-13) This sign gives notification that entry by power-driven or animal-drawn vehicles is prohibited. Silhouette indicates classes of vehicles and conveyances in this category. Signs showing more than three silhouettes may not be set up in built-up areas. 49. No Entry by Vehicles Having an Over- all Width Exceeding () Meters Sign (R ~D This sign gives notification of prohibition of vehicles with widths exceeding ( ) meters. The sign illustrates the number of meters, and that the measurement is horizontal. Resvicied Gzarance Resuictes Qearance Ret R72 900 Dimeter s00Damoter 20. No Entry by Vehicles Having an Over- all Height Exceeding () Meters Sign (R 72) This sign gives notification of prohibition of vehicles with heights exceeding (_) meters, and illustrates the maximum height i ters. These signs should be placed on entran- ces to facilities with clearance restrictions. Also, these signs should be placed on each structure with clearance restrictions. 2.26 21, No Entry by Vehicles Exceeding ( ) Tons Laden Weight Sige (R 7-3) This sign gives notification of prohibition of vehicles exceeding ( ) tons laden weight. ‘The sign illustrates the number of tons and an insignia for tons. esicted Loves ‘Resist Loads 900 S00 Diameter 22, No Entry by Vehicles Having a Weight Exceeding (-) Tons on One Axle Sign (R 74) a. The sign gives notification of prohibi- tion of vehicles having a weight exceeding (tons on any one axle. . The sign illustrates an axle, a down- ward arrow, and an insignia for tons. 23. No Entry by Vehicles or Combinations of Vehicles Exceeding (_) Meters in Length Sign (R 7-5) This sign gives notification of prohibition of vehicles or combinations of vehicles exceed- ing (__) meters in length. The sign illustrates ‘a vehicle, number of meters, and that the measurement is horizontal. Leng weneies Preis RPS 00 Diametera. On a narrow section of road where passing is difficult or impossible, traffic may have to be regulated, If drivers can clearly see the whole length of the section, by night and day, such regulations may be carried out by giving a priority to traffic moving in one direction rather than by installing traffic signals. When used, this sign shall face traffic which does not have priority. Ir shall mean that entry into the narrow scotion is prohibited so long as it is not possible to pass through that section without requiring oncoming vehicles to come to a stop. Posty or ‘onceaing Pate Ghat 00 Dameter SLY End At Promiione 00 Diater NULLA nd Speed unt Risse. 900 Dame & Endot Ovetstng by Tks Brome 00 Dame24, No (Left) (Right) (U) Turn Signs (R 8) a. This sign gives notification that turning is prohibited (cither to the left or to the right). The turn arrow appears with an oblique red bar. b., The sign should be placed where it will ‘be most easily seen by drivers intending to turn. ¢. The No U-Turn sign gives notification U-turns are prohibited. The U-turn arrow appears with an oblique red bar. The signs are to be used at or between intersections on highways, where such a maneuver is prohibited by regulation. No tet Torn Night Torn Rea Roz 300 Demeter 800 Diameter Noutun Res sco Bismeter 25, Overtaking Prohibited Sign (R 9-1) This sign gives notification of the general rules on overtaking established by the regu- ations of the Kingdom. In addition, it shows that the overtaking of power-driven vehicles other than two-wheeled mopeds and two-wheeled motorcycles without side cars is. prohibited. Silhouettes illustrate two vehicles side by side, the one on the right side in black and on the left side (passing side) in red. Res soo Diameter scobiamsier 26. Overtaking by Goods Vehicles Prohib- ited Sign (R 9-2) a. This sign gives notification goods vehicles exceeding () tons are prohibited from overtaking other vehicls. b. Silhouette illustrates two vehicles side by side, a smaller vehicle and a larger goods vehicle. The small vehicle on the right side is in black, and the larger vehi- cle on the left side (passing side) is in red. 27, Use of Audible Warning Devices Pro- hibited Sign (R 10-1) This sign, if not placed near the sign identi- fying the built-up area, shall be accompanied by an additional panel showing the distance over which the prohibition apolies. Silhou- cite illustrates a horn device with an oblique red bar. Notoers ‘Ra soo Damir 28. Passing Without Stopping Prohibited (Rit) a. This sign gives notificetion of the proximity of a custom house at which a stop is compulsory. The word “Customs” should appear, preferably in two or more 2.2031, Parking Prohibited and Parking Re- stricted Signs (R 14) a. R 14-1 indicates places where parking and stopping are prohibited at all times. b. R 142 indicates places where re- stricted parking is available with the spe- cific limitation being shown on a supple- mental plaque mounted below the symbol sign Parking Rastretea Rie? sed Dametet Parking and Stopping Protites nied 00 Diameter 32, Pass This Side Sign (R 15-1 and R 15- 2); Pass Bither Side Sign (R 15-3) These signs are placed on an island or before an obstacle on the highway, and it means that vehicles must pass on the side(s) of the island or obstacle indicated by the arrow(s). ass Thie Sie PassThis Site aie! Rise we 900 Diameter Pass Ener So nies 900 Barter a. These signs should be used at the ends of medians, parkways, loading islands, refuge islands, traffic islards, and at un- derpass piers where traffiz is required to keep to the right (or left) The Pass This Side or Pass Either Side signs may not always be necessary at intermediate ends of divisional islands, and medians and should not be used with other signs that obviously mark locations where motorists know they must pass on the right. . These signs shall have a standard size at least 900 mm on local roads, On expressways and arterial highways, the size shall be 1200 mm. A smaller size of 600 mm is permissible for use on narrow medians at median openings to serve en- tering cross traffic and to remind drivers of the regulation. c. A certain amount of fexibility must be allowed in the mounting height for Pass This Side or Pass Either Side signs. Where the obstruction is in or sc near the lane of traffic that a sign at a normal minimum height may be obscured by vehicles, a sec ond sign of the same design may be mounted above the standard sign with its bottom edge at a height of 2.5 m to 3 m above the pavement. In this case the lower sign may be placed somewhat below the normal minimum height. 4, On a median, the Pass This Side or Pass Either Side signs should be mounted not more than 15 m beyend the approach end. On a pedestrian island or intersection channelizing island, it should be mounted at the approach end or as close as practi- cable. The sign should be mounted on the face of or just in front of a pier or other obstruction in the center of the roadway. Where appropriate, a Pass This Side sign with the arrow pointing downward and left may be used. 2.29