Traffic signals out of order: what it means

What it means

The traffic light (robot) ahead, or the one this sign is attached to, is out of order.

What you must do

Slow down and yield (give way) to other traffic. Be ready to stop if the traffic intensity and volume (how busy the traffic is) require it.

Where you see it

On any road, especially in urban areas.

Remember

Traffic light not working: slow down, yield, be ready to stop.

Look out for a traffic officer or a stop sign that might be controlling the traffic.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   The Traffic signals out of order sign (TW412) is used on any road. In which areas is it especially used?

   • A Mountainous areas
   • B Urban areas
   • C Rural areas
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   Answer: B: Urban areas

   This sign is used on any road, mostly in urban areas (towns and cities).

2. Question 2

   Which of these signs warns that the robot ahead, or the robot to which the sign is attached, is out of order?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture C

   The Traffic signals out of order sign warns that the robot ahead, or the one it is on, is not working.

3. Question 3

   

   You approach an intersection at which the Traffic signals out of order sign (TW412) is displayed. What are you required to do?

   • A Slow down and yield to other traffic
   • B Proceed at the speed limit, as no signal is red
   • C Sound the hooter and cross ahead of other traffic
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   Answer: A: Slow down and yield to other traffic

   You must slow down and yield (give way) to other traffic.