What Does Diagonal Lines On The Pavement Warn Drivers Of

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Lines and symbols on the roadway indicate a number of things to drivers. If the line on the left of you is YELLOW, the traffic on the other side of the line is moving in. Advance warning sign, pavement markings tell you that you are nearing a. A bicycle lane is marked with a solid white line along either side of the street, placed at least 4 feet from the curb. This line is usually a broken line near the corners of intersections. The words 'BIKE LANE' or a picture of a bicycle are usually painted in white on the pavement at various locations in this lane.

VII. ROAD MARKINGS

​Road Markings

Lines and symbols on the road are meant to show the alignment of the roads. Ideally these are reflective so that you may clearly and safely follow the roads even at night.
Road markings also indicate the number of lanes on the road, where you may overtake other vehicles, which lane to use for turning, and where you must stop for signs or other traffic signals.
​Road markings are basically of four major typeszcenter lines, edge lines, cross walks and pavement messages.

​Centre Lines

​These are lines in the center of the road to separate traffic proceeding in opposite directions.
Broken lines are used in areas where there are no restrictions on overtaking In areas where are no restrictions on overtaking, a solid line is painted alongside the broken line.
Vou may not overtake if the solid line is on your side of the center line.
Overtaking for traffic in both directions is strictly forbidden where the center is marked by double solid lines.
REMEMBER: Do not overtake unless you can see the road ahead is clear Edge lines: These are solid lines along the side of the road. They indicate where the edge Is and can be used also as traffic guidance.
Edge lines: These are solid lines along the side of the road. They indicate where the edge Is and can be used also as traffic guidance.
An edge line which slants towards the centre of the road forewarns that the road is narrowed ahead.
An edge line may be crossed only by traffic moving to and from the shoulder of the road.

Cross Walk

White solid lines across the road are usually used to denote pedestrian's crosswalks commonly at intersections Vou must stop for pedestrians at cross walks.
A solid white line across the road, usually at intersection, show where you MUST stop for a GIVE WAV sign STOP sign or for red traffic light signal.

​Pavement Messages

These are messages or symbols which are lettered or painted on the roads pavement to warn of conditions ahead.

​Diagonal Lines

These are painted on the road for protection, to separate traffic or to prevent traffic from turning left.
​Do not drive on these areas if you can avoid doing so.

​Zebra Lines

These are used to indicate where pedestrians can cross the roads. Vou must stop for pedestrians that have stepped on the lines.
​In traffic queues leaves pedestrian crossing clear.

​Lanes

These are spaces on the road demarcated by lines to guide traffic flow moving in the same or opposite direction.
For traffic in the same direction the lines are normally yellowt Lines separating traffic moving in opposite directions are usually white.
The lines may be broken or solid, indicating whether or not they may be crossed.
Usually broken lines may be crossed while solid lines are not expected to be crossed,.
​REMEMBER: some roads do not have any marking. yet the lanes exist. The lanes and lines are easily assessed by the road user. Look with your eyes and see with your mind.

​Lane Rules

Keep between the traffic lane markings. Stay on the right-hand lane unless you are ready to overtake, to turn left or pass parked vehicles.

​Changing Lanes

Do not wander unnecessarily from lane to lane. If you need to move into another lane, firsr use your mirror, if ifs safe to move over, signal before doing so.
Making sure you will not force another driver to swerve or slow down.

​Island

Where there is a traffic island on the road. pass on the right of it unless signs or road markings indicate otherwise.

​At Junctions

​When coming to junctions, obey the lane indication arrows marked on the road.

Traffic Hold-up

In a traffic hold”up or so called 'traffic jams' do not try to 'jump the queue by the cutting into another lane or unauthorized use of siren by overtaking the vehicles waiting in front of you.

​Traffic Lights at Junctions

Although green light means you may go, do not go forward if other vehicles ahead are held at a junction.
It is pointless. as you will only contribute towards a solid jam. When the red and amber lights are showing together, you must stop.
It is an offence to pass a junction when the red and amber lights are shown. Make sure you stop at a distance to see the lights or before the double lines across the road.

​Rail crossing

Level crossing Space
Never drive 'nose to tail' over any level crossing. Never drive on to one unless you can see that the road is clear on the rail and on the other side.
Never stop on or immediately after any level crossing.

​Level Crossing with Gates

Some level crossings have gates, or barriers that are operated automatically or by attendant.
Some also have flashing red warning lights. Do not cross the railway once the lights have started to flash or when the gates are being closed.

​Level crossing without Gates

At level crossing with no gates, or attendants or warning light, you must stop, look both ways, listen, and make sure there is no train coming before you cross.
​Always give way to trains

Unmanned Level Crossing

Some level crossings without gates or attendant have flashing red('stop light'). When the red lights flash, you must stop and wait.
Do not cross the railway as train will reach the crossing soon after the lights begin to flash, The lights will go off when it is safe to cross.

Stopping on a Crossing

If your vehicle stalls or breaks down, or if you have an accident on the crossing:
FIRST: Get passengers out of vehicle and away from the level crossing as quickly as possible.
SECOND: Listen carefully for the approach of railway traffic, try and push the vehicle clear of the crossing and stand well clear of the crossing.
THIRD: If the above attempt proves impossible, making phone call or get in contact with the Signalman.
NOTE: Common sense dictates that where there are sufficient hands around, some could be used to push the vehicle off the tracks while someone tries to contact the signalman.

Level crossing Alarm

If you are already crossing when the red light comes on/ļ¬‚ashes and bell starts ringing, keep going.

Work Zone Devices

The lives of highway construction workers depend on drivers who are expected to obey speed limits in work zones.
If you are convicted of exceeding the speed limit in a highway work zone, the penalty carries heavy fine.
Do not forget, the color orange marks a work zone and means slow down, Vou would also see this sign 'SLOW, MEN AT WORK' at such places.
Flaggers
Flaggers show signs to drivers in work zone areas They wear orange or yellow vest, yellow - green shirt or jacket.
​They use 'STOP/SHOW' paddles/red flag to direct motorists and to let workers or construction vehicle to cross the road.

Slow Vehicle Moving Over

Slow moving vehicles on a single carriage away must ensure that four or more vehicles do not queue behind them. They should move over immediately they notice this as failure to move over carries a heavy penalty.
On a dual carriageway, failure to move over to the slow lane for all categories of vehicles constitutes an offence.

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Stop Lines

Definition
Stop lines are white lines painted across the pavement at intersections indicating the exact place to stop. In urban areas the line is usually located about 4ft. before the crosswalk. Drivers must come to a complete stop at the stop line, when present, not at the stop sign or traffic signal
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Crosswalk Lines
Definition
These white lines are painted across, or partially across the pavement. When pedestrians are in the crosswalks, they have the righ-of-way over motor vehicles. Crosswalks are sometimes in the middle of a block in residential areas, and in some cases, a pedestrian crossing signal is located at the white line.
Term
Railroad Crossings & Crossbucks
Definition
In the front of railroad crossings, the pavement is sometimes marked with a large X and two R's. This is known as a crossbuck. At railroad crossings, a yellow line is always placed on the right side of the center line to prevent passing. The crossing is sometimes equipped with control arms and/or emergency lights, to warn drivers of approaching trains. The driver of the vehicle must stop if warning signals say a train is approaching.
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Pedestrians Walking On or Along Roadway
Definition
Pedestrians are not permitted to pass through, around, over, or under any crossing gate or barrier at a railroad grade crossing or bridge while the gate or barrier is closed or is being opened or closed.
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Center Lines
Definition

These are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions on paved roadways. Broken yellow lines are used when there are only two lanes.

Term
No Passing Lines
Definition
These are the single, solid yellow lines on two-lane roads which indicate zones where passing is prohibited. These single, solid yellow lines will be located on the right of the broken yellow line when they apply to you. In some instances, both yellow lines will be solid, indicating it is not safe for passing in either direction.
Term
Edgelines
Definition
These are the solid white lines along the side of the pavement. They serve as safety guides, especially at night when it is difficult to see the edge of the road. A yellow edge line may be used on the left side to warn of narrow or raised medians.
Term
Lane Lines
Definition

These are the white dashes which divide streets and highways having more than one lane for traffic moving in the same direction.

When there are four or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, two solid yellow lines mark the center of the roadway. You may cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, driveway, or other street.

Term
Turn Lanes
Definition
This lane, bordered by solid yellow and/or broken yellow lines, is in the center of streets and highways to make left turns. A vehicle desiring to turn left should proceed to the turn lane just prior to making a left turn. Georgia law prohibits the use of this lane for any purpose other than making a left turn. You may enter this lane no more than 300 ft from the location of the left turn.
Term
Traffic Striping
Definition
These markings, diagonal yellow lines, are on streets and highways indicating that the road is narrowing or there is an obstruction on the roadway. The area is similar to a triangle with solid yellow diagonal lines within the outside lines. Always keep to right of markings.
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3 general traffic laws
Definition

1. It is a misdemeanor for any person to disregard a traffic law or fail to do something required by the traffic laws of this state.

2. Everyone must obey the orders of a law enforcement officer or firefighter who is directing traffic. How to disabled ppt from authorstream for.

3. It is against the law to drive onto an officialy closed roadway or onto a section of highway before it has been officially opened.

Term
Drivers must yield to other drivers:
Definition

1. At any intersection where there is a stop sign, you may proceed only after stopping and yielding the right-of-way to any other vehicle either in the intersection, or so close to it as to make it dangerous.

2. At intersections where there are no stop signs, yield signs or traffic signals, the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield to the driver of the vehicle on the right, if they approach or enter the intersection from different roadways at the same time.

3. At a four-way stop intersection, when more than one driver reaches it at approximately the same time, the first one to stop should be the first to go, if safe to do so. Others should take their turns. There are 3 other things to remember:

a. Dont delay traffic behind you- take your turn when it comes.

b. if another driver tries to take your turn, let the driver proceed. It might prevent an accident.

c.Care, courtesy and common sense should govern your actions.

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When making a left turn at an intersection, alley, or driveway, yield the right-of-way to..
Definition

to all traffic from the opposite direction, then proceed when it is safe to do so.

Term
When approaching a yield sign.
Definition
slow down to a speed reasonable for existing conditions, and be prepared to stop. If it is necessary to stop for the purpose of safety, follow the procedure outlined for stop signs.