Road signs in Ecuador

Street sign in Quito, Ecuador, pointing the way to the middle of the world

Road signs in Ecuador are regulated in Manual Básico de Señalización Vial[1][2][3] and Reglamento Técnico Ecuatoriano. RTE INEN 004-1:2011. Señalización vial, which is based on the United States' Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) originally developed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).[4] Thus, road signs in Ecuador are similar in design to road signs used in the United States. One of the differences is that Ecuador uses the metric system, for example, vehicle speed is measured in km/h.[5]

Ecuador uses diamond-shaped warning signs on a yellow background in common with most of the rest of the Americas. One of the rare exceptions is the "Tramway crossing" warning sign used in the Cuenca Tramway, which has a triangular shape with a red border and white background, similar to warning signs used in Europe.[6] The regulatory and prohibitory signs are all of them rectangular, with the exception of the stop and the yield sign. Like Australia and the United States, the mandatory sign group is not used in Ecuador.

Ecuador signed the Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals on November 8, 1968 but has yet to fully ratify it.[7]

The suffix D means "right", from Spanish derecha, while the suffix I means "left", from Spanish izquierda.

Regulatory signs

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Regulatory signs inform road users of the priorities in their use, as well as the existing prohibitions, restrictions, obligations and authorizations, the failure of which constitutes a traffic violation.

Most regulatory signs are rectangular in shape with the major axis vertical and have a border, legend and/or black symbols on a white background. Where possible, symbols and arrows are used to aid identification and clarify instructions.

Regulatory signs should generally be located on the right side of the road, but may be located on the left side or on both sides, to minimize the driver's perception and reaction time.

R1: Priority series

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Priority signs are installed at the entrances to an intersection or at specific points where it is required to apply the regulations contained in these signs.

  • R1-1 Stop
    R1-1
    Stop
  • R1-2 Give way
    R1-2
    Give way
  • R1-3 Customs checkpoint
    R1-3
    Customs checkpoint
  • R1-4 Stop here on red light
    R1-4
    Stop here on red light

R2: Direction series

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Direction signs obligate drivers to circulate only in the direction indicated by the arrows on the signs.

  • R2-1I One-way traffic to the left
    R2-1I
    One-way traffic to the left
  • R2-1D One-way traffic to the right
    R2-1D
    One-way traffic to the right
  • R2-2 Two-way traffic
    R2-2
    Two-way traffic
  • R2-3 Two-way traffic ahead
    R2-3
    Two-way traffic ahead
  • R2-4 Give way to pedestrians
    R2-4
    Give way to pedestrians
  • R2-5I Keep left
    R2-5I
    Keep left
  • R2-5D Keep right
    R2-5D
    Keep right
  • R2-6I Keep left
    R2-6I
    Keep left
  • R2-6D Keep right
    R2-6D
    Keep right
  • R2-7 No entry
    R2-7
    No entry
  • R2-8 No U-turn
    R2-8
    No U-turn
  • R2-9I No left turn
    R2-9I
    No left turn
  • R2-9D No right turn
    R2-9D
    No right turn
  • R2-10 No left or U-turn
    R2-10
    No left or U-turn
  • R2-11 Right turn on red light permitted
    R2-11
    Right turn on red light permitted
  • R2-12I No changing lanes to the left
    R2-12I
    No changing lanes to the left
  • R2-12D No changing lanes to the right
    R2-12D
    No changing lanes to the right
  • R2-13 No overtaking
    R2-13
    No overtaking
  • R2-14a Keep right
    R2-14a
    Keep right
  • R2-14b Buses keep right
    R2-14b
    Buses keep right
  • R2-14c Heavy vehicles keep right
    R2-14c
    Heavy vehicles keep right
  • R2-14d Cycles keep right
    R2-14d
    Cycles keep right
  • R2-14e Motorcycles keep right
    R2-14e
    Motorcycles keep right
  • R2-15I Turn left only
    R2-15I
    Turn left only
  • R2-15D Turn right only
    R2-15D
    Turn right only
  • R2-16 Go straight only
    R2-16
    Go straight only
  • R2-17 One way bifurcation
    R2-17
    One way bifurcation
  • R2-18I Optional left lane movement
    R2-18I
    Optional left lane movement
  • R2-18D Optional right lane movement
    R2-18D
    Optional right lane movement
  • R2-19a Advance lane control at intersection
    R2-19a
    Advance lane control at intersection
  • R2-19b Advance lane control at intersection
    R2-19b
    Advance lane control at intersection
  • R2-19c Advance lane control at intersection
    R2-19c
    Advance lane control at intersection
  • R2-20 Divided highway
    R2-20
    Divided highway
  • R2-20a Divided highway
    R2-20a
    Divided highway

R3: Movement restriction series

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Movement restriction signs are used to prohibit the entry and/or circulation of the type of vehicle indicated in the symbol. It prohibits the continuation of the direct movement of the approaching vehicular or pedestrian flow, beyond the place where it is installed. It should be located where the driver or pedestrian can easily understand which road is prohibited from entering.

  • R3-1 No motor vehicles
    R3-1
    No motor vehicles
  • R3-2 No trucks
    R3-2
    No trucks
  • R3-3 No buses
    R3-3
    No buses
  • R3-4 No tractors
    R3-4
    No tractors
  • R3-5 No blocking intersection
    R3-5
    No blocking intersection
  • R3-6 No cycles
    R3-6
    No cycles
  • R3-7 No motorcycles
    R3-7
    No motorcycles
  • R3-8 No human-powered vehicles
    R3-8
    No human-powered vehicles
  • R3-9 No animal-drawn vehicles
    R3-9
    No animal-drawn vehicles
  • R3-10 No pedestrians
    R3-10
    No pedestrians
  • R3-11 Buses only
    R3-11
    Buses only
  • R3-12a Bikeway
    R3-12a
    Bikeway
  • R3-12b Shared pedestrian and cycle path
    R3-12b
    Shared pedestrian and cycle path
  • R3-12cEnd ofshared pedestrian and cycle path
    R3-12c
    End of shared pedestrian and cycle path
  • R3-12d Segregated pedestrian and cycle path
    R3-12d
    Segregated pedestrian and cycle path
  • R3-12e End of segregated pedestrian and cycle path
    R3-12e
    End of segregated pedestrian and cycle path
  • R3-13 High-occupancy vehicle lane
    R3-13
    High-occupancy vehicle lane
  • R3-13a End of high-occupancy vehicle lane
    R3-13a
    End of high-occupancy vehicle lane

R4: Maximum limit series

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  • R4-1 Speed limit (30 km/h)
    R4-1
    Speed limit (30 km/h)
  • R4-2 LED lighting speed limit
    R4-2
    LED lighting speed limit
  • R4-3 End of speed limit
    R4-3
    End of speed limit
  • R4-4 Reduce speed
    R4-4
    Reduce speed
  • R4-5 Height limit
    R4-5
    Height limit
  • R4-6 Width limit
    R4-6
    Width limit
  • R4-7 Weight limit
    R4-7
    Weight limit
  • R4-8 Axle weight limit
    R4-8
    Axle weight limit
  • R4-9 Vehicle length limit
    R4-9
    Vehicle length limit
  • R4-10 Weight control
    R4-10
    Weight control

R5: Parking series

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  • R5-1 Parking prohibited
    R5-1
    Parking prohibited
  • R5-2Stopping prohibited
    R5-2
    Parking and stopping prohibited
  • R5-3 Parking permitted
    R5-3
    Parking permitted
  • R5-4Parking reserved for people with disabilities
    R5-4
    Toll parking area
  • R5-5a Reserved parking for people with disabilities
    R5-5a
    Reserved parking for people with disabilities
  • R5-5b Reserved parking for people with disabilities
    R5-5b
    Reserved parking for people with disabilities
  • R5-6 Bus stop
    R5-6
    Bus stop

R6: Complementary plate series

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  • R6-1a Parking restriction to the right
    R6-1a
    Parking restriction to the right
  • R6-1b Parking restriction to the left
    R6-1b
    Parking restriction to the left
  • R6-1c Parking restriction to the left and right
    R6-1c
    Parking restriction to the left and right
  • R6-2d Loading zone
    R6-2d
    Loading zone
  • R6-3 The tow truck is working
    R6-3
    The tow truck is working
  • R6-4 Next km/h
    R6-4
    Next km/h
  • R6-5 Bus rapid transit
    R6-5
    Bus rapid transit
  • R6-6 Give way to the trolley
    R6-6
    Give way to the trolley

R7: Miscellaneous series

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  • R7-1 No honking
    R7-1
    No honking
  • R7-2 Do not pick up or drop off passengers
    R7-2
    Do not pick up or drop off passengers
  • R7-3a Pedestrian crossing
    R7-3a
    Pedestrian crossing
  • R7-3b Pedestrian crossing
    R7-3b
    Pedestrian crossing
  • R7-4I Pedestrian crossing tunnel on the left
    R7-4I
    Pedestrian crossing tunnel on the left
  • R7-4D Pedestrian crossing tunnel on the right
    R7-4D
    Pedestrian crossing tunnel on the right
  • R7-5 Seat belt
    R7-5
    Seat belt

Warning signs

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Warning signs are used to alert drivers of potential dangers ahead. They indicate the need to take special precautions and require a reduction in traffic speed or some other maneuver. On urban roads they are installed at a minimum distance of 100 m before the danger and 150 m on rural roads (highways).

A warning sign should generally be placed on the right side of the roadway and arranged to convey its message in the most efficient manner, without lateral obstruction or restricted sight distance. However, in special circumstances, the sign or a duplicate may be placed on the left side of the roadway.

P1: Curve series

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Curve signs are installed on approaches to horizontal curves. Selection depends on approach speeds and track geometry. If the curves are substandard, these signs must be complemented with the recommended R4-1 speed signs.

  • P1-1I Curve to the left at 90 degrees and less
    P1-1I
    Curve to the left at 90 degrees and less
  • P1-1D Curve to the right at 90 degrees and less
    P1-1D
    Curve to the right at 90 degrees and less
  • P1-2I Open curve to the left
    P1-2I
    Open curve to the left
  • P1-2D Open curve to the right
    P1-2D
    Open curve to the right
  • P1-3I Multiple curves at 90 degrees and less, first to the left
    P1-3I
    Multiple curves at 90 degrees and less, first to the left
  • P1-3D Multiple curves at 90 degrees and less, first to the right
    P1-3D
    Multiple curves at 90 degrees and less, first to the right
  • P1-4I Multiple open curves, first to the left
    P1-4I
    Multiple open curves, first to the left
  • P1-4D Multiple open curves, first to the right
    P1-4D
    Multiple open curves, first to the right
  • P1-5I Series of sharp bends ahead, first to the left
    P1-5I
    Series of sharp bends ahead, first to the left
  • P1-5D Series of sharp bends ahead, first to the right
    P1-5D
    Series of sharp bends ahead, first to the right
  • P1-6I Hairpin curve to the left
    P1-6I
    Hairpin curve to the left
  • P1-6D Hairpin curve to the right
    P1-6D
    Hairpin curve to the right
  • P1-7I Loop curve to the left
    P1-7I
    Loop curve to the left
  • P1-7D Loop curve to the right
    P1-7D
    Loop curve to the right

P2: Intersections and junctions series

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Intersection and junction signs are used where the sight distance at the approach to an intersection or junction is less than the safe stopping distance, or where drivers may have difficulty appreciating the presence or configuration of an intersection located later. They are generally located on rural roads and on urban roads located in less urbanized areas.

  • P2-1 Crossroads ahead
    P2-1
    Crossroads ahead
  • P2-2 T-junction ahead
    P2-2
    T-junction ahead
  • P2-3 T-intersection with a dual carriage way ahead
    P2-3
    T-intersection with a dual carriage way ahead
  • P2-4I T-intersection with a curve (left)
    P2-4I
    T-intersection with a curve (left)
  • P2-4D T-intersection with a curve (left)
    P2-4D
    T-intersection with a curve (left)
  • P2-5I Side road left
    P2-5I
    Side road left
  • P2-5D Side road right
    P2-5D
    Side road right
  • P2-6I Offset side roads (left)
    P2-6I
    Offset side roads (left)
  • P2-6D Offset side roads (right)
    P2-6D
    Offset side roads (right)
  • P2-7 Y-junction ahead
    P2-7
    Y-junction ahead
  • P2-8I Merging traffic from the left ahead
    P2-8I
    Merging traffic from the left ahead
  • P2-8D Merging traffic from the right ahead
    P2-8D
    Merging traffic from the right ahead
  • P2-9I Intersection in curve (left)
    P2-9I
    Intersection in curve (left)
  • P2-9D Intersection in curve (right)
    P2-9D
    Intersection in curve (right)
  • P2-10I Curve with external side road (left)
    P2-10I
    Curve with external side road (left)
  • P2-10D Curve with external side road (right)
    P2-10D
    Curve with external side road (right)
  • P2-11I Curve with internal side road (left)
    P2-11I
    Curve with internal side road (left)
  • P2-11D Curve with internal side road (right)
    P2-11D
    Curve with internal side road (right)
  • P2-12I Curve with side roads (left)
    P2-12I
    Curve with side roads (left)
  • P2-12D Curve with side roads (right)
    P2-12D
    Curve with side roads (right)
  • P2-13I Curve with side roads (left)
    P2-13I
    Curve with side roads (left)
  • P2-13D Curve with side roads (right)
    P2-13D
    Curve with side roads (right)
  • P2-14I Intersection in curve (left)
    P2-14I
    Intersection in curve (left)
  • P2-14D Intersection in curve (right)
    P2-14D
    Intersection in curve (right)
  • P2-15I Skewed side road on the left ahead
    P2-15I
    Skewed side road on the left ahead
  • P2-15D Skewed side road on the right ahead
    P2-15D
    Skewed side road on the right ahead
  • P2-16I Added lane on the left
    P2-16I
    Added lane on the left
  • P2-16D Added lane on the right
    P2-16D
    Added lane on the right
  • P2-17 Roundabout ahead
    P2-17
    Roundabout ahead
  • P2-18 Railway crossing ahead
    P2-18
    Railway crossing ahead
  • P2-18a Railway line number
    P2-18a
    Railway line number
  • P2-19a Railroad crossing without gates
    P2-19a
    Railroad crossing without gates
  • P2-19b Railroad crossing without gates
    P2-19b
    Railroad crossing without gates
  • P2-19c Railroad crossing and intersection 90° (left)
    P2-19c
    Railroad crossing and intersection 90° (left)
  • P2-19d Railroad crossing and intersection 90° (right)
    P2-19d
    Railroad crossing and intersection 90° (right)
  • P2-19e Railroad crossing and T-junction 90° (left)
    P2-19e
    Railroad crossing and T-junction 90° (left)
  • P2-19f Railroad crossing and T-junction 90° (right)
    P2-19f
    Railroad crossing and T-junction 90° (right)
  • P2-19g Angled railroad crossing (left)
    P2-19g
    Angled railroad crossing (left)
  • P2-19h Angled railroad crossing (right)
    P2-19h
    Angled railroad crossing (right)
  • P2-19i Angled railroad crossing (left)
    P2-19i
    Angled railroad crossing (left)
  • P2-19j Angled railroad crossing (right)
    P2-19j
    Angled railroad crossing (right)
  • P2-20 Railway line crossing with barrier and traffic lights
    P2-20
    Railway line crossing with barrier and traffic lights

P3: Traffic control device approach series

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  • P3-1 Stop sign ahead
    P3-1
    Stop sign ahead
  • P3-2 Give way sign ahead
    P3-2
    Give way sign ahead
  • P3-3 Traffic lights ahead
    P3-3
    Traffic lights ahead
  • P3-4 Pedestrian crossing ahead
    P3-4
    Pedestrian crossing ahead

P4: Widths, heights, lengths and weights series

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Widths, heights, lengths and weights signs warn the drivers of the existence of future limitations on the width, height, length and weight of the roadway.

  • P4-1 Narrow bridge ahead
    P4-1
    Narrow bridge ahead
  • P4-2I Road widens on the left
    P4-2I
    Road widens on the left
  • P4-2D Road widens on the right
    P4-2D
    Road widens on the right
  • P4-3 Road widens on both sides
    P4-3
    Road widens on both sides
  • P4-4 Road narrows on both sides
    P4-4
    Road narrows on both sides
  • P4-5I Road narrows on the left
    P4-5I
    Road narrows on the left
  • P4-5D Road narrows on the right
    P4-5D
    Road narrows on the right
  • P4-6 Dual carriageway begins
    P4-6
    Dual carriageway begins
  • P4-7 Dual carriageway ends
    P4-7
    Dual carriageway ends
  • P4-8 Maximum width
    P4-8
    Maximum width
  • P4-9 Maximum height
    P4-9
    Maximum height
  • P4-10 Maximum vehicle length
    P4-10
    Maximum vehicle length
  • P4-11 Tunnel approach
    P4-11
    Tunnel approach
  • P4-12 Maximum weight
    P4-12
    Maximum weight

P5: Lane assignment series

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Lane assignment signs warn the driver of approaching an assignment of traffic lanes on the roads; Red symbols and lines are used in situations of greater danger. It is recommended to accompany it with a complementary signal according to the circumstances.

  • P5-1 Lane merge
    P5-1
    Lane merge
  • P5-2 Two-way traffic
    P5-2
    Two-way traffic
  • P5-3 Two traffic lanes in one direction and one opposite
    P5-3
    Two traffic lanes in one direction and one opposite
  • P5-4 One traffic lane in one direction and two opposite
    P5-4
    One traffic lane in one direction and two opposite
  • P5-5I Left lane ends
    P5-5I
    Left lane ends
  • P5-5D Right lane ends
    P5-5D
    Right lane ends
  • P5-6 Dead end street
    P5-6
    Dead end street

P6: Obstacles and special situations series

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Obstacles and special situations signs warn the driver of the existence of future limitations on the width, height, length and weight of the roadway.

  • P6-1 Diverge
    P6-1
    Diverge
  • P6-2 Speed bump
    P6-2
    Speed bump
  • P6-3 Dip
    P6-3
    Dip
  • P6-4 Uneven road
    P6-4
    Uneven road
  • P6-5a Downhill slope
    P6-5a
    Downhill slope
  • P6-5b Uphill slope
    P6-5b
    Uphill slope
  • P6-6I Rockfall (left)
    P6-6I
    Rockfall (left)
  • P6-6D Rockfall (right)
    P6-6D
    Rockfall (right)
  • P6-7 Loose surface
    P6-7
    Loose surface
  • P6-8 Slippery road
    P6-8
    Slippery road
  • P6-9 Unprotected quay or river
    P6-9
    Unprotected quay or river
  • P6-10 End of paved road
    P6-10
    End of paved road
  • P6-11 Side winds
    P6-11
    Side winds
  • P6-12 Agricultural machinery
    P6-12
    Agricultural machinery
  • P6-13 Low-flying aircraft
    P6-13
    Low-flying aircraft
  • P6-14 Cyclists on the road
    P6-14
    Cyclists on the road
  • P6-15I Bicycle crossing sign on side street (left)
    P6-15I
    Bicycle crossing sign on side street (left)
  • P6-15D Bicycle crossing sign on side street (right)
    P6-15D
    Bicycle crossing sign on side street (right)
  • P6-16 Road shared with cyclists
    P6-16
    Road shared with cyclists
  • P6-17 Animals on the road
    P6-17
    Animals on the road
  • P6-18 Horse-drawn vehicle
    P6-18
    Horse-drawn vehicle
  • P6-19 Fire vehicle
    P6-19
    Fire vehicle

P7: Pedestrian series

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  • P7-1 Pedestrians ahead
    P7-1
    Pedestrians ahead
  • P7-2 Children ahead
    P7-2
    Children ahead
  • P7-3 Playing zone ahead
    P7-3
    Playing zone ahead
  • P7-4 Hospital
    P7-4
    Hospital

P8: Complementary signs

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Complementary signs are to complement other signs with additional information through symbols and/or legends, they must be used according to the needs of the preventive messages to be implemented, they must be located under the preventive sign; except where otherwise indicated.

  • P8-1 Kilometers per hour
    P8-1
    Kilometers per hour
  • P8-2 Meters
    P8-2
    Meters
  • P8-3 Kilometers
    P8-3
    Kilometers
  • P8-4 Next meters
    P8-4
    Next meters
  • P8-5 Next kilometers
    P8-5
    Next kilometers
  • P8-6 When raining
    P8-6
    When raining
  • P8-7 Parking
    P8-7
    Parking
  • P8-8 Blind people
    P8-8
    Blind people

Information signs

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Information signs are used to orient and guide road drivers, providing them with the necessary information so that they can reach their destinations in the safest, simplest and most direct way as possible.

  • I1-1a Distance
    I1-1a
    Distance
  • I1-1b Destination
    I1-1b
    Destination
  • I1-1c Destination
    I1-1c
    Destination
  • I1-1d Distance
    I1-1d
    Distance
  • I1-3ba Names of streets and avenues (vehicular road sign)
    I1-3ba
    Names of streets and avenues (vehicular road sign)
  • I1-4C Ramp speed limit
    I1-4C
    Ramp speed limit
  • I1-4d Exit speed limit
    I1-4d
    Exit speed limit
  • I1-4g Toll prices
    I1-4g
    Toll prices
  • I1-4h1 Countdown marker (300 m)
    I1-4h1
    Countdown marker (300 m)
  • I1-4h2 Countdown marker (200 m)
    I1-4h2
    Countdown marker (200 m)
  • I1-4h3 Countdown marker (100 m)
    I1-4h3
    Countdown marker (100 m)
  • I2-5 Parking zone
    I2-5
    Parking zone
  • I2-5 Parking zone with distance (500 m)
    I2-5
    Parking zone with distance (500 m)
  • I2-6I Parking zone on the left
    I2-6I
    Parking zone on the left
  • I2-6D Parking zone on the right
    I2-6D
    Parking zone on the right
  • I2-7a Gas station with distance
    I2-7a
    Gas station with distance
  • I2-7b Toll service sign with distance
    I2-7b
    Toll service sign with distance
  • I2-8a Rest area/hotel to the right
    I2-8a
    Rest area/hotel to the right
  • I3-1 Traffic enforcement camera control zone
    I3-1
    Traffic enforcement camera control zone
  • I3-3 Control of weights and dimensions
    I3-3
    Control of weights and dimensions
  • Kilometer sign
    Kilometer sign
  • Kilometer sign
    Kilometer sign
  • Pan-American Highway shield
    Pan-American Highway shield
  • Ecuadorian primary highway shield
    Ecuadorian primary highway shield

Temporary signs

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Temporary signs and/or devices for road works and special purposes warn road users of temporary hazardous conditions, which may affect users, workers and warn road users of temporary hazardous conditions, which may affect users, workers and equipment used in equipment used in the works.

  • T1-1 Roadworks ahead
    T1-1
    Roadworks ahead
  • T1-2 Traffic control flagger ahead
    T1-2
    Traffic control flagger ahead
  • T1-3 Construction vehicle on the road
    T1-3
    Construction vehicle on the road
  • T1-4a Roadworks ahead
    T1-4a
    Roadworks ahead
  • T1-5a Bridgework ahead
    T1-5a
    Bridgework ahead
  • T1-4b Roadworks ahead (plaque)
    T1-4b
    Roadworks ahead (plaque)
  • T1-5b Bridgework ahead (plaque)
    T1-5b
    Bridgework ahead (plaque)
  • T1-6 Next XX km roadworks
    T1-6
    Next XX km roadworks
  • T2-1a Road closed
    T2-1a
    Road closed
  • T2-1b Road closed (plaque)
    T2-1b
    Road closed (plaque)
  • T2-2I Left lane closed
    T2-2I
    Left lane closed
  • T2-2D Right lane closed
    T2-2D
    Right lane closed
  • T2-3a Lane closed (right)
    T2-3a
    Lane closed (right)
  • T2-3b Lane closed (left)
    T2-3b
    Lane closed (left)
  • T2-3c Lane closed (center)
    T2-3c
    Lane closed (center)
  • T3-1a Detour XX m
    T3-1a
    Detour XX m
  • T3-1b Detour XX m (plaque)
    T3-1b
    Detour XX m (plaque)
  • T3-2a Detour ends
    T3-2a
    Detour ends
  • T3-2b Detour ends (plaque)
    T3-2b
    Detour ends (plaque)
  • T3-3aI Detour to the left
    T3-3aI
    Detour to the left
  • T3-3aD Detour to the right
    T3-3aD
    Detour to the right
  • T3-3bI Detour to the left
    T3-3bI
    Detour to the left
  • T3-3bD Detour to the right
    T3-3bD
    Detour to the right
  • T4-1 Fresh asphalt
    T4-1
    Fresh asphalt
  • T4-2 Gravel road
    T4-2
    Gravel road
  • T4-3 Water on the road
    T4-3
    Water on the road
  • T5-1 Roadwork ends (plaque)
    T5-1
    Roadwork ends (plaque)
  • T5-2 Roadwork ends
    T5-2
    Roadwork ends

School zone signs

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School zone signs warn and inform road users of the approach to an educational center and the priorities in the use of the same, as well as the existing prohibitions, restrictions, obligations and authorizations, the non-compliance of which is considered a violation of traffic laws and regulations.

The school zone is defined as the radius of influence of a given educational center, which is a minimum of 200 metres (0.12 mi). This radius of influence must be increased according to the road geometry, the sector where the educational center is located, its capacity and the educational level it serves, which may be classified as preschool, school, middle school, etc.

  • E1-1 School zone ahead
    E1-1
    School zone ahead
  • E2-1 Hours
    E2-1
    Hours
  • E2-2 When the children are present
    E2-2
    When the children are present
  • E2-3 Days of the week
    E2-3
    Days of the week
  • E2-4 Flashing lights
    E2-4
    Flashing lights
  • E2-5 School zone
    E2-5
    School zone
  • E2-6 Precaution
    E2-6
    Precaution
  • ER1-1 School zone speed limit (30 km/h)
    ER1-1
    School zone speed limit (30 km/h)
  • ER1-2 School zone speed limit with flashing lights (30 km/h)
    ER1-2
    School zone speed limit with flashing lights (30 km/h)
  • ER2-5 Bus stop in school zone
    ER2-5
    Bus stop in school zone
  • ER3-1 End of school zone
    ER3-1
    End of school zone

References

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  1. ^ "manual de señalizacion | PDF | Semáforo | Autobús". Scribd. Retrieved 2023-12-22.
  2. ^ https://dspace.utpl.edu.ec/bitstream/123456789/11467/1/Carpio%20Reyes%20Henrry%20Omar.pdf
  3. ^ "Manual Basico de Senalizacion Vial | PDF | Semáforo | Peatonal". Scribd. Retrieved 2023-12-22.
  4. ^ "Reglamento Técnico Ecuatoriano. RTE INEN 004-1:2011. Señalización vial. Parte 1: Señalización Vertical" (PDF). www.obraspublicas.gob.ec (in Spanish). Instituto Ecuatoriano de Normalización. 2011. Retrieved 2023-12-22.
  5. ^ "LIBRO A. NORMA PARA ESTUDIOS Y DISEÑOS VIALES. NORMA ECUATORIANA VIAL" (PDF). www.obraspublicas.gob.ec (in Spanish).
  6. ^ Telégrafo, El (2018-10-08). "Semaforización se toma las avenidas de Cuenca". El Telégrafo (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2024-01-30.
  7. ^ "United Nations Treaty Collection". treaties.un.org. Retrieved 2023-12-10.
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