What does this warning sign mean?
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The sign warns of a sudden rise in the road surface. Slow down so the car stays settled and in control.
Source: Safe driving practice
Warning sign · Surface and hazards
Road hump warning sign
A raised hump crosses the road ahead, so slow down before it.
Asked in general knowledgeShown in one practice questionAdvisory: it warns, it does not command
What it means
What does the road hump sign mean in NSW?
A rounded bump rises from a flat base line in the middle of the diamond. It warns of a raised section across the road, most often a speed hump in a residential street, car park or school area, though it can also mark a sharp rise. Hit it fast and the car can bounce, scrape or lose control, and passengers get a nasty jolt.
What to do
- 1
Slow to a crawl before the front wheels reach the hump.
- 2
Cross it straight on, not at an angle.
- 3
Keep a gap, as the car ahead may brake hard for it.
A practice question with this sign
Common questions
- Is there a speed limit for road humps?
- The sign is a warning. A plate underneath may suggest a speed, and the posted limit for the street still applies.
- Why are speed humps used?
- To slow traffic in places with lots of people on foot, such as housing streets and car parks.
More in surface and hazards
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