Liiklusmärkidega

Liiklusmärkidega is the Estonian term for traffic signs. These signs are standardized visual indicators placed along roads to provide information, warnings, or instructions to road users. Their primary purpose is to ensure the safe and efficient flow of traffic, regulate driver behavior, and prevent accidents. Traffic signs are a crucial component of any road system, supplementing the rules of the road and guiding drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

There are several categories of traffic signs, each serving a distinct function. Warning signs alert drivers to potential hazards or unusual conditions ahead, such as sharp curves, pedestrian crossings, or animal crossings. Regulatory signs, on the other hand, impose mandatory rules that drivers must follow, including speed limits, prohibition of certain maneuvers like U-turns, or indicating priority at intersections. Informatory signs provide useful details, such as directions to towns, distances, points of interest, or the presence of services like fuel stations or rest areas.

The design and placement of traffic signs are governed by international conventions and national regulations to ensure consistency and understandability across different regions. In Estonia, like in many other countries, traffic signs adhere to the Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals. They are typically made of reflective materials to enhance visibility, especially at night or in adverse weather conditions. Understanding and obeying traffic signs is a fundamental responsibility for all road users to maintain order and safety on public roads.