Black-and-white markings on kerbstones (sign 816) are intended to highlight the presence of pavements and built-up traffic islands close to the road. The markings help drivers identify fixed obstacles at the side of the road, especially in the dark or in poor visibility conditions.
Black-and-white = highlighting fixed obstacles beside the road
Confusing it with red-and-white kerbstones (no stopping)
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What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?✓ A marking of a narrow part of the road or for an obstacle.
What is a driver required to do when approaching the following traffic sign?✓ Slow down before the intersection and proceed in the directions indicated by the arrows on the sign only.
What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?✓ T-junction to the left.
What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?✓ Road works ahead.
What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?✓ Direction and warning posts at the side of the road.
