Road Signs in Ireland

These flashcards cover the key concepts and specific details about road signs in Ireland, including types of signs, their appearances, and their purposes.

What are the four broad aspects of road signs in Ireland?

Regulatory road signs, warning road signs, information road signs, and motorway road signs.

What does a warning sign indicating 'dangerous corner' look like?

A right angle pointer that indicates the direction of the bend.

What should you do when approaching a roundabout sign?

Drop your speed and anticipate the situation at the roundabout.

What is the appearance of a mini-roundabout warning sign?

A dot in the middle surrounded by three curved lines with small arrows.

What warning sign indicates merging traffic?

A sign that reminds drivers to slow down as two busy roads come together.

What does a 'two-way traffic' warning sign look like?

Two arrows lying side by side pointing in different directions.

What differentiates a dangerous bend from a dangerous corner?

A bend is sharper compared to a corner, which is more gentle.

What does the sign for a series of dangerous bends look like?

A snake-like arrow indicating multiple bends.

What does the warning sign for restricted headroom specify?

It indicates the specific height restriction for vehicles allowed on that road.

What type of sign indicates a T-junction?

A thin vertical line meeting a thicker horizontal line.

What does a sign indicating 'series of dangerous corners ahead' resemble?

A warning sign that looks like the letter 'N', indicating two consecutive sharp bends.

What is the function of regulatory traffic signs?

They require drivers to obey specific orders and help prevent traffic rule violations.

What is represented by a 'STOP' sign in Ireland?

Drivers should come to a complete stop at that location.

What is the maximum speed limit indicated on some road signs?

Speed limits can be 30km/h, 50km/h, 60km/h, 80km/h, 100km/h, or 120km/h based on the sign.

What does a variable message sign (VMS) do?

Displays information about traffic conditions, including overhead VWS and mobile VMS.

What type of signs provide guidance and information for drivers?

Information road signs that help drivers navigate roads without asking others.

What are some examples of tourist information signs?

Signs providing directions to youth hostels, local services, and tourist attractions.

What kinds of signs are included in motorway signs?

Signs announcing the entry to motorway, upcoming exits, and toll plazas.