Ireland Driving Test Flashcards

What does these signs together mean?

Answer: Clearway - no stopping or parking during the times shown.

The main sign, a red circle with two diagonal lines, signifies 'No Stopping' at any time. The supplementary plate clarifies that this is a 'Clearway' and specifies the hours during which this strict prohibition applies. Therefore, during the indicated times, drivers are forbidden from stopping or parking their vehicles for any reason, including picking up or setting down passengers.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Disc parking operates during the times shown.

The 'P' sign indicates that parking is permitted, but the supplementary plate specifies 'Disc Parking' and the operating hours. This means that during the times shown, drivers must display a valid parking disc, set to their arrival time, to park legally. This system helps manage parking duration in busy areas.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Appointed rank for taxis.

This sign combination designates a specific area as an official taxi rank. The 'P' for parking, combined with the 'TAXI' text, clearly indicates that this space is reserved exclusively for taxis. Other vehicles are prohibited from parking or stopping in this area, ensuring taxis have a designated waiting spot for passengers.

What does these signs together mean?

Answer: Start of cycle track.

This mandatory sign, a blue circle with a white bicycle symbol, indicates the beginning of a designated cycle track. It means that cyclists are required or encouraged to use this separate path, which is typically segregated from vehicular traffic. This sign promotes cyclist safety by providing a dedicated route.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Shared cycle\/pedestrian track.

This mandatory sign, a blue circle with white symbols of both a pedestrian and a bicycle, indicates a shared path. It means that the track is designated for use by both cyclists and pedestrians, who must share the space safely and considerately. Users should be aware of others and adjust their speed accordingly to prevent conflicts.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Stop for school warden.

This warning sign, typically a red triangle with a black image, alerts drivers to the presence of a school warden ahead. The image of a person holding a stop sign specifically indicates that drivers must be prepared to stop if the warden steps into the road to allow children to cross safely. It emphasizes caution in school zones.

What does these signs together mean?

Answer: Pedestrianised street ahead - traffic not allowed except during times shown.

The main sign, typically a 'No Vehicles' sign (red circle with a black car and motorcycle), indicates that vehicles are prohibited from entering. The supplementary plate specifies that this prohibition applies 'Except for access' during certain times. This combination commonly designates a pedestrianised street where vehicle access is restricted to specific hours, usually for deliveries or residents.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Maximum permitted weight is 3 tonnes.

This regulatory sign indicates a maximum weight restriction for vehicles. The red circle with '3t' (3 tonnes) in black means that vehicles exceeding a gross weight of 3 tonnes are prohibited from entering or using the road beyond the sign. This is often used on roads or bridges not designed to support heavier loads.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Vehicles weight restriction is 10 tonnes.

This regulatory sign indicates a maximum weight restriction for vehicles. The red circle with '10t' (10 tonnes) in black means that vehicles with a gross weight exceeding 10 tonnes are prohibited from using the road or bridge ahead. This is crucial for protecting infrastructure from damage by overweight vehicles and ensuring safety.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: No entry to goods vehicles with five axles or more.

This regulatory sign specifically prohibits entry for goods vehicles (lorries) that have five or more axles. The red circle indicates a prohibition, and the detailed silhouette of the lorry with multiple axles clarifies the specific type of vehicle restricted. This is often used to prevent very heavy or long vehicles from using unsuitable roads or bridges.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Maximum permitted height of vehicle is figure indicated.

This regulatory sign indicates a maximum height restriction for vehicles. The red circle with '3.5m' and the vertical arrows pointing up and down signify that vehicles exceeding 3.5 meters in height are prohibited from passing. This is typically found before bridges, tunnels, or low overhead structures to prevent damage and ensure safety.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Parking of vehicles exceeding the weight shown is not allowed.

The main 'No Parking' sign prohibits parking. The supplementary plate, showing a lorry and '3t,' specifies that this parking prohibition applies to vehicles exceeding 3 tonnes in weight. This means that lighter vehicles may still be permitted to stop or park, but heavier vehicles are specifically restricted from parking in that area due to potential road damage or obstruction.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: No overtaking.

This regulatory sign, a red circle with two cars (one red, one black) side-by-side, indicates a 'No Overtaking' restriction. It means that drivers are prohibited from overtaking other motor vehicles on that stretch of road. This restriction is typically imposed in areas where visibility is limited, the road is narrow, or other hazards make overtaking unsafe.

What does these signs together mean?

Answer: Only buses, cyclists and taxis are allowed to use the lane during the hours indicated.

This sign designates a specific lane for the exclusive use of buses, cyclists, and taxis. The symbols clearly identify the permitted vehicle types, and the supplementary text indicates that this restriction applies only during the specified hours. Outside these hours, the lane may be open to general traffic or have different regulations.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: With-flow' bus lane ahead on your left.

This informational sign indicates the presence of a 'with-flow' bus lane ahead, located on the left side of the road. The bus and cycle symbols show that this lane is designated for buses and cyclists, and the arrow pointing left confirms its position relative to the driver's current lane. 'With-flow' means it travels in the same direction as general traffic.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Bus and cycle lane ahead on the right.

This informational sign indicates the presence of a bus and cycle lane ahead, located on the right side of the road. The symbols clearly show that this lane is designated for buses and cyclists, and the arrow pointing right specifies its position. Drivers should be aware of these lanes and avoid entering them unless permitted, to ensure smooth traffic flow and safety.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: With-flow bus lane on the right.

This informational sign indicates a 'with-flow' bus lane located on the right side of the road. The white bus symbol confirms its designation for buses, and the arrow pointing right specifies its position. 'With-flow' means the bus lane travels in the same direction as the adjacent traffic lanes, helping to prioritize public transport.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: 'Contra-flow' bus lane ahead.

This informational sign indicates a 'contra-flow' bus lane ahead. The white bus symbol designates it for buses, and the curved arrow (often implying traffic coming towards you in that lane) signifies that the bus lane travels in the opposite direction to the adjacent general traffic lanes. Drivers must be particularly cautious and aware of buses approaching from the 'wrong' direction.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Tram lane on left.

This warning sign features a tram symbol positioned on the left side of the road diagram. It alerts drivers that a tram lane is located on the left side of the road ahead. Drivers should be aware of trams and their specific right-of-way rules when encountering such a lane.

What does this sign mean?

Answer: Tram lane on right.

This warning sign displays a tram symbol on the right side of the road diagram. It indicates to drivers that a tram lane is situated on the right side of the road ahead. Drivers must exercise caution and be mindful of tram movements in this area.