Use hard shoulder

Use hard shoulder

Instructs traffic to use the hard shoulder as a running lane because of road works.

Informative Signs for work at road

What should you do?

Move onto the hard shoulder as directed and watch for debris or broken-down vehicles.

How to recognise it

White rectangular plate reading Úsáid an Ghualainn Chrua / USE HARD SHOULDER.

Common confusion

Normally you may not drive on the hard shoulder; this sign specifically permits it during works.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Quick Facts

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Informative Signs for work at road
Sign Name
Use hard shoulder
Category Size
14 signs

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