What does the "T-Junction" road sign mean?
A "T-Junction" sign is a warning sign typically found before the intersection of two roads that are going in different directions, with one road passing over the other. The "T" shape is shown indicates that you need to be careful when crossing a T-junction.
When approaching a T-Junction, you must give way to any vehicles that are already in front of you (if you are at a T-Junction controlled by traffic lights, this only applies when the traffic lights are green). You must always give way to any vehicles coming from the right-hand side. You must also take extra care when crossing the T-Junction, because other vehicles may continue past their stop line or stop sign without stopping.
Why does the "T-Junction" sign exist?
The "T-Junction" sign is used to warn road users that they should watch out for any vehicles already in front of them, which may turn right onto their side of the junction. In particular, drivers must wait behind the line marked by the traffic lights or road markings. Any other vehicles may continue past controlled junctions. Drivers should be aware of this and take extra care when crossing a T-Junction due to this possibility.
Why does this sign appear in a certain place?
This sign shows road users what to do at a T-junction. If drivers are at the stop line, they have to give way to all vehicles coming from their left and also all vehicles approaching from the right. The crossroads also have to stop for vehicles already at the junction who may be turning right. When crossing a T-junction, you must always give way to any vehicles coming from the right-hand side.
Describe how common the sign is
The T-Junction sign is a very common road sign and can be seen in many different situations. For example, the authorised signs and lines at traffic lights indicate that you have to stop behind the white line, regardless of if other vehicles are already at the intersection. The T-Junction sign appears at most uncontrolled T-junctions, but can also be used in controlled junctions. You must always have a good view of all directions before you cross a T-Junction.
How often does the sign show up?
T-Junction signs are very common at intersections and usually appear on long, straight roads, where there is little chance of any other road users attempting to cross onto the opposite road or carriageway. In some cases, they can also be used at intersections of one-way roads. The T-junction sign is most commonly seen in highway maintenance areas but can also be found on motorways.
Where are you likely to see the "T-Junction" sign?
The "T-Junction" sign is a warning sign typically found before the intersection of two roads that are going in different directions, with one road passing over the other. The "T" shape is shown indicates that you need to be careful when crossing a T-junction. When approaching a T-Junction, you must give way to any vehicles that are already in front of you (if you are at a T-Junction controlled by traffic lights, this only applies when the traffic lights are green). You must always give way to any vehicles coming from the right-hand side. You must also take extra care when crossing the T-Junction, because other vehicles may continue past their stop line or stop sign without stopping.
When did this sign first come into action?
The "T-Junction" sign is a warning sign typically found before the intersection of two roads that are going in different directions, with one road passing over the other. The "T" shape is shown indicates that you need to be careful when crossing a T-junction.
The "T-Junction" sign appeared in the 1950s (known as a 'stop line' at that time). These days it has been replaced by 'lane control' signs and traffic lights.