Traffic control “STOP” ahead: what it means

What it means

There is a stop sign ahead which you cannot see in time.

What you must do

Slow down in good time and be ready to stop, as the stop sign (R1.1) requires.

Where you see it

On any road before an intersection with a stop sign.

Remember

This is not the stop sign itself. It tells you a stop sign is coming.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which sign is displayed on a road before an intersection with a stop sign?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture B

   The Traffic control "STOP" ahead sign is found on any road before an intersection with a stop sign.

2. Question 2

   Of which kind of stop sign does the Traffic control "STOP" ahead sign warn a driver?

   • A A stop sign which applies to heavy vehicles only
   • B A stop sign which is no longer in use
   • C A stop sign which cannot be seen in time
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   Answer: C: A stop sign which cannot be seen in time

   This sign warns of a stop sign ahead which you cannot see in time.

3. Question 3

   

   You pass the sign shown, which warns of a stop sign ahead that you cannot yet see. What action is required of you?

   • A Slow down only once the stop sign is visible
   • B Maintain your speed and stop only if traffic approaches
   • C Slow down in good time and be ready to stop
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   Answer: C: Slow down in good time and be ready to stop

   You must slow down in good time and be ready to stop as the stop sign (R1.1) requires.