Their advantage is that they can easily be seen when other
signs are hidden by traffic and they can give a continuing message as you drive
along the road.
As a general rule, the more paint, the more important the
message.
Road markings appear as lines, continuous or broken, painted
along or across the carriageway. In addition to lines, you will encounter
arrows, studs, symbols and text messages.
A broken line functions as a recommendation, as a warning or
as a guide for road users.
Continuous lines
Are prohibitive lines crossing or straddling a continuous
line dividing two lanes is prohibited
Drivers must be familiar with all types of road markings.
You will find them illustrated in the appendix Road Markings.
