Roadwork signs
These signs differ from other warning signs. You should always take extra care and reduce your speed when you see these signs.
The signs are: rectangular or diamond in shape; and orange with a black border and black symbols or words.
The images below are examples of these signs.
End of detour Roadworks ahead Temporary traffic signals ahead Flagman ahead
The movement of vehicles at or near roadworks is controlled by law.
Stop and Go traffic control at roadworks
When roadworks are being carried out you must stop when you see the Stop sign (pictured below). You may only proceed through or past the roadworks when the Go sign (Téigh) is displayed. It is an offence not to obey these signs.
Where plant or machinery is crossing the roadway and no matter what direction you approach from, you must stop when you see the Stop sign (pictured below). You must obey these road signs. The signs can be operated by mechanical or manual means.
Manual traffic control sign at roadworks
Either form of Go or Téigh can be used Stop
There are more signs displayed in Section 23.