Parking prohibited: what it means

What it means

This sign prohibits parking at any time of the day or night.

What you must do

Do not park where this sign is displayed.

Where you see it

On a public road where the road is narrow, near an intersection, or where a parked vehicle can block the view of other drivers.

Remember

No parking, day or night.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   Which ONE of the following is NOT a place where the Parking prohibited sign is displayed on a public road?

   • A Near an intersection
   • B Where the road is narrow
   • C Where the road is wide and straight
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   Answer: C: Where the road is wide and straight

   The Parking prohibited sign is used where the road is narrow, not where it is wide and straight.

2. Question 2

   

   The Parking prohibited sign is displayed where the road is narrow or where a parked vehicle can impair the vision of other drivers. Where else is it displayed?

   • A Near an intersection
   • B At road works
   • C Near a hospital
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   Answer: A: Near an intersection

   The Parking prohibited sign is also used on a public road near an intersection.

3. Question 3

   

   The Parking prohibited sign is displayed where a parked vehicle can cause which problem for other drivers?

   • A Force other drivers to reduce speed
   • B Impair the vision of other drivers
   • C Prevent other drivers from overtaking
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   Answer: B: Impair the vision of other drivers

   The Parking prohibited sign is used where a parked vehicle can block the view of other drivers.