PCV PCV Road Signs & Highway Code 4

Question 1

What does a white circle with a black horizontal bar indicate?

Accepted Answer

End of a speed restriction or other prohibition

Answer

A white circle with a black horizontal bar through it indicates the end of a restriction (such as a speed limit zone or prohibition). After this sign, normal road rules apply for that restriction category.

Question 2

What does a yellow line running along the kerb edge mean?

Accepted Answer

Waiting restrictions apply at certain times — check the sign nearby for the hours

Answer

A single yellow line along the kerb indicates waiting restrictions during certain times shown on a nearby sign. The sign specifies days and hours. PCV drivers must check the sign to determine if waiting is currently permitted.

Question 3

What does a 'box junction' (yellow cross-hatched box) require of a bus driver?

Accepted Answer

Do not enter the box unless the exit is clear — the exception is turning right when only prevented by oncoming traffic

Answer

Box junction rules apply equally to buses. A bus must not enter a yellow box unless its exit road is clear. The right-turn exception (waiting in the box when oncoming traffic prevents the turn) applies to buses as well.

Question 4

What does a white circular sign with '30' in a red border indicate?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory 30 mph speed limit for all vehicles including buses

Answer

A red-bordered circular sign showing a number indicates a mandatory maximum speed limit. All vehicles, including buses and coaches, must not exceed 30 mph where this sign is displayed.

Question 5

What does a sign showing a bus and a bicycle on a blue background together mean?

Accepted Answer

A lane or road shared by buses and cyclists — other vehicles not permitted

Answer

A blue sign showing a bus and bicycle together indicates a lane or road shared by buses and cyclists. Other vehicles are excluded. PCV drivers must be especially aware of cyclists in these shared spaces.

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