Control signs

Stop Sign (R1)

South African Stop Sign road sign (R1)
Stop Sign — control signs used on South African roads.

Bring your vehicle to a stop behind the stop line. If there is no stop line, the front of the vehicle must come to a standstill in line with the stop sign. Proceed only when it is safe.

Where

At intersections, railway crossings and scholar patrols.

Purpose

To bring traffic to a stop.

Action

Bring your vehicle to a stop behind the stop line. If there is no stop line, the front of the vehicle must come to a standstill in line with the stop sign. Proceed only when it is safe.

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