Warning signs
What do warning signs look like?
Warning signs are triangular with a white background, red border and black symbols. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. They alert you to particular dangers — places on the road where you need to be extra attentive and drive at a low enough speed to handle the hazard.
Risk of reindeer
The sign indicates the risk of reindeer frequently crossing the road
Risk of reindeer
Is the reindeer warning sign important for the theory test and the practical driving test?
The reindeer warning sign is very important on the theory test and the practical driving test. You must be able to recognize and explain what it warns about, and show that you take it into account when it appears in traffic.
What is the reindeer warning sign?
The reindeer warning sign is a triangular warning sign with a black reindeer silhouette on a white background and a red border. It warns that reindeer often cross or are present near the road.
When do you encounter the reindeer warning sign?
You usually encounter the reindeer warning sign:
- In rural areas with reindeer pastures and migration routes.
- Along forest roads and county roads in northern Norway.
- Near fenced grazing areas for wild reindeer.
What should you do when you see the reindeer warning sign?
- Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
- Be extra attentive to the roadside and peripheral vision.
Why is the reindeer warning sign important?
The reindeer warning sign improves traffic safety by warning you about large animals that can cause serious accidents. The correct reaction prevents injury to people, animals, and vehicles.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the reindeer warning sign
- Does the sign apply around the clock? – Yes, the reindeer warning sign applies around the clock, but the animals are most active at dusk and dawn.
- Can the sign have supplementary signs? – Yes, the reindeer warning sign can have supplementary signs with 802 "Distance" and 804 "Extent".
- Must the signs be removed outside the grazing season? – No, the reindeer warning sign is normally in place year-round.