Work zone signs in Indiana
The Indiana Driver’s Manual shows or names everything on this page: 16 in all, on pages 27, 30, 47.
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Flagger Ahead (Symbol)
Orange traffic signs warn drivers of temporary traffic conditions. These signs are often used to warn drivers of conditions ahead due to highway constructions and maintenance projects. A “Flagger Ahead” sign is an example of a traffic sign with an orange background.
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DETOUR
Some construction signs provide guidance such as the detour sign or convey regulations such as the worksite added penalty signs.
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DETOUR AHEAD
Construction zones pose dangers both for drivers and for construction workers. Orange highway construction traffic signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones.
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WORKSITE ADDED PENALTIES
Some construction signs provide guidance such as the detour sign or convey regulations such as the worksite added penalty signs.
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FLAGGER AHEAD
Construction zones pose dangers both for drivers and for construction workers. Orange highway construction traffic signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones.
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RIGHT LANE CLOSED
Construction zones pose dangers both for drivers and for construction workers. Orange highway construction traffic signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones.
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ROAD WORK AHEAD
Construction zones pose dangers both for drivers and for construction workers. Orange highway construction traffic signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones.
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Work Crew Ahead
Construction zones pose dangers both for drivers and for construction workers. Orange highway construction traffic signs warn drivers to be careful when approaching construction zones.
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WORKSITE SPEED LIMIT 45
Work site speed limits are always at least 10 miles per hour below the maximum established speed limit for the area. Drivers must adhere to the posted speed limit in a work site. Some work site speed limits are in effect only when flashing and others are in effect at all times.
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Arrow Board: Move or Merge Right (Chevrons)
Flashing arrow boards are often used to indicate a lane closure or “crossover.” In these cases, lane markings on the road, traffic cones, barrels or barricades will outline the path the vehicle must follow.
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Arrow Board: Move or Merge Right (Arrow)
Flashing arrow boards are often used to indicate a lane closure or “crossover.” In these cases, lane markings on the road, traffic cones, barrels or barricades will outline the path the vehicle must follow.
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Arrow Board: Move or Merge Right or Left
Flashing arrow boards are often used to indicate a lane closure or “crossover.” In these cases, lane markings on the road, traffic cones, barrels or barricades will outline the path the vehicle must follow.
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Arrow Board: Caution
A flashing arrow board not indicating a direction either way is a signal to use caution but does not require a driver to move to another lane.
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Automated Flagger Assistance Device
In some cases, Automated Flagger Assistance Devices are used to enable the flaggers to be positioned out of the lane of traffic. These devices display a “STOP” or a “SLOW” sign just like the flagger-held sign paddle or use red and yellow lights.
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WAIT ON STOP
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GO ON SLOW
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