Falling rocks: what it means

What it means

Rocks could fall onto the carriageway (roadway). They could come from the left or from the right-hand side.

What you must do

Slow down so that you can stop within the distance you can see if a rock fall occurs or has occurred.

Where you see it

Especially in mountainous areas.

Remember

Rocks may already be lying in the road. Be able to stop within the distance you can see.

This sign comes in two versions. One warns of rocks falling from the right-hand side. The other warns of rocks falling from the left. Look at the sign in front of you to see which side it is.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   True or false?

   The sign shown warns that rocks could fall on the carriageway from the left.

   Show answer

   Answer: False

   This Falling rocks sign (W335 or TW335) warns that rocks could fall from the right-hand side.