Give Way 50yds Supplementary Plate - Diagram 503
- Post Mountable with 2 fixing rails
- Class 2 R2/RA2 Reflective
- Sizes Available (x-height): 62.5mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm
Diagram 503 is a supplementary plate used with the “Give Way Ahead” warning sign (diagram 501) to indicate the distance to a GIVE WAY line, typically shown as “50 yds”. It provides advance notice to drivers that they will need to yield at a junction ahead, particularly where visibility is limited or the junction is not immediately obvious. This allows drivers to adjust their speed and positioning in good time, improving safety on the approach to the GIVE WAY line.
Specification:
Material: R2/RA2 reflective overlay on aluminium composite backing
Fixing Method: 2 fixing rails for post mounting
Reflectivity: Class 2 R2/RA2
As per the UK Highways Traffic Sign Manual Chapter 4 page: 15 The following advice is given:
2.1.1. The sign to diagram 501 (S2‑6‑1, see Figure 2-1) should be used where the clear visibility distance (see 1.9.3 and 1.9.4) to the STOP or GIVE WAY sign is less than the distance given in Table 2-1. The sign may also be accompanied by the word SLOW (diagram 1024) marked on the carriageway. Where the junction is with a dual carriageway road, the “Dual carriageway” plate remains below the STOP or GIVE WAY plate (see also 5.6). Where there is a gap in the central reservation and a right turn is permitted, this should reduce the risk of drivers turning into the wrong carriageway. See Chapter 3 for further guidance on the STOP and GIVE WAY signs, and Chapter 5 for road markings at junctions. 501 Junction ahead controlled by a GIVE WAY sign 501 Junction ahead controlled by a STOP sign Diagram 501 supplementary plates may not be used alone. The distance plate must always be used and may be varied. The “Dual carriageway” supplementary plate may be omitted. Figure 2-1 Diagram 501 (S2‑6‑1) Junction ahead controlled by GIVE WAY / STOP
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