Watch Out For This Error In Ordering Traffic Signs

It can often be a bit daunting when ordering traffic signs, especially if doing it for the first time. Actually though, it's a whole lot more simple than it may appear to you at first - just make sure you use a quality supplier, and they will generally take you through the whole process, and be able to advise you as appropriate.<p />Firstly though, a quick word of caution - please bear in mind the information in this article only applies to those placing an order for road signs from the United Kingdom. If you are based elsewhere, you need to refer to your own regulatory authority for proper advice.<p />So what's the main slip-up that can be made in ordering traffic signs for placement on a public highway?<p />Basically, placing an order for traffic signs from a company which does not manufacture them according to Department for Transport rules. (Told you this wouldn't be too complicated, didn't I?)<p />Most sign suppliers of course will do so if they want to stay in business for longer than a month or two, but at the end of the day it's still your responsibility to always make sure that the signs you are ordering will be fully compliant with relevant legislation.<p />In actual fact, a quality traffic sign manufacturer will produce signs that comply not only with British but also with European Quality Standards, so just be sure to enquire about this before choosing your supplier.<p />The best suppliers will be able to supply you with all the signs listed in The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2002 publication - so all you need to do is inform them as to precisely which sign(s) you are seeking.<p />In manufacturing the signs, the supplier you choose will have to look at working drawings, relevant chapters of the Traffic Signs Manual and other references provided by the DfT on their Internet site - there are exacting specifications for elements like the alphabet to be used (style of lettering etc.), distances between arrows and other images, line spacing, etc..<p />But manufacturers with many years of experience of the sign industry will know precisely what they are doing and will doubtless have produced the same or similar sign many times before, so you can simply leave it with them to take care of.<p />Nowadays, most companies digitally print the signs onto whatever material is required, and delivery times can be rapid.<p />Of course, the same regulations don't apply for road signs that are not due for positioning onto a public road, but if traffic safety is your responsibility, it makes sense that the same rules are followed so as not to cause driver misunderstanding.<p />Hopefully you should now be able to buy the road signs you need with full confidence.<p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p /><p />

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