LGV LGV Road Signs & Highway Code 4

Question 1

What does a white sign with red diagonal stripes at a level crossing mean?

Accepted Answer

No entry for high vehicles — overhead cables present

Answer

White signs with red diagonal stripes at level crossings warn of overhead electric cables with restricted height clearance. LGV drivers must check their vehicle height before proceeding.

Question 2

A sign showing a red triangle with a lorry on a slope indicates:

Accepted Answer

A steep descent ahead — check brakes

Answer

A red triangle warning sign showing a lorry on a slope warns of a steep gradient ahead. LGV drivers should check their brakes and select an appropriate gear before descending.

Question 3

What colour are temporary traffic signs used at roadworks?

Accepted Answer

Yellow background with black text

Answer

Temporary signs used at roadworks have a yellow background with black text or symbols. This distinguishes them from permanent signs and alerts drivers to temporary conditions.

Question 4

When approaching a junction and you see a white triangle painted on the road, this means:

Accepted Answer

Give way to traffic on the major road

Answer

A white give way triangle painted on the road surface reinforces the give way sign, reminding drivers to yield to traffic on the road they are joining.

Question 5

What is the meaning of a blue rectangular sign showing a motorway symbol (M)?

Accepted Answer

Motorway begins ahead

Answer

A blue rectangular sign with an M (motorway symbol) indicates that a motorway begins ahead. LGV drivers should check their vehicle complies with motorway regulations before joining.

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