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Traffic signs help to guide the safe and orderly movement of traffic. They serve many uses such as:

Providing directions
Giving instructions that road users must observe
Alerting road users of potential hazards which are not self-evident
Indicating facilities and tourist attractions in the vicinity

LTA standardizes the designs and locations of traffic signs so that they can be read and understood at a glance.

It is also important to limit the number of traffic signs along the roads. Too many signs will confuse motorists and distract them when they are driving. Hence, traffic signs should be placed only where necessary.

Mandatory Signs

They are compulsory signs. It is an offence to disobey them.

Mandatory Signs [38 Kb]

Prohibitory Signs

They provide information on the prohibitions and failure to comply with these signs constitutes an offence.

Prohibitory Signs [82 Kb]

Warning Signs

These signs warn of possible danger or unusual conditions ahead. Take extra care, slow down as you approach these signs.

Warning Signs [138 Kb]

Regulatory Signs

These signs regulate the movement of traffic.

Regulatory Signs [61 Kb]

Information Signs

They provide useful information to motorists.

Information Signs [280 Kb]

Directional Signs

These signs provide information on the road that you are approaching.

Directional Signs [43 Kb]

Other Signs

They consist of different signs such as pedestrian crossing signs and facility signs, which users should heed and/or obey.

Other Signs [708 Kb]

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