MAPÚA MALAYAN COLLEGES MINDANAO

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

CE105-1: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING

TRAFFIC SIGN IDENTIFICATION TASK

Submitted by:
MARC IAN B. CADAYONA
A342 – 1:15-2:30 PM MWF

Submitted to:

ENGR. JAYSON C. TAMPUS

Course Instructor
1. Give Way Sign

Location: Ecoland Rotunda

Shape: Triangle pointed downward
Color: White (background); Red (border); Black (legend)
Type: Regulatory Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a "Give Way" sign is to indicate to drivers that
they must yield the right of way to vehicles on the intersecting
road or to pedestrians crossing the road.
Indication: When drivers encounter this sign, it means they must be prepared
to stop or slow down and yield to other vehicles or pedestrians
according to the rules of the road.
Importance: Adhering to "Give Way" signs is crucial for drivers as it promotes
safety by preventing accidents, ensures legal compliance, and
fosters a courteous and cooperative driving environment.
2. Stop Sign

Location: Coastal Road

Shape: Octagon
Color: Red (background); White (border); Black (legend)
Type: Regulatory Sign
Purpose: Its purpose is to control traffic flow at intersections by requiring
drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding
Indication: It indicates that drivers must come to a complete stop at the
marked line or before entering the intersection.
Importance: Drivers must obey stop signs to ensure safety by allowing for
proper assessment of intersections, facilitate traffic flow control,
and comply with traffic laws, reducing the risk of accidents and
legal consequences.
3. “No Parking, Bike Lane” Sign

Location: MacArthur Highway

Shape: Rectangle with long axis vertical
Color: White (background); Red (border); Red (legend); Black (symbol)
Type: Regulatory Sign
Purpose: Its purpose is to designate areas where parking is prohibited to
ensure the safety and accessibility of bike lanes for cyclists.
Indication: It indicates that drivers are not allowed to park their vehicles in
the designated bike lane area.
Importance: Drivers must obey "No Parking, Bike Lane" signs to ensure the
safety of cyclists, maintain accessibility to bike lanes, and comply
with traffic regulations, reducing the risk of accidents and
avoiding fines.
4. Bike Lane Ahead Sign

Location: Acacia St., Juna Subdivision

Shape: Circle
Color: Yellow (background); Black (border); Black (symbol)
Type: Regulatory Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a bike lane sign is to designate lanes specifically
for cyclists, providing them with a dedicated space for safe and
efficient travel.
Indication: It indicates that the marked lane is intended for use by cyclists.
Importance: Drivers should adhere to bike lane signs to ensure safety for
cyclists by providing them with a designated space, promoting
efficient transportation, and upholding traffic laws to prevent
accidents and maintain road safety.
5. “No Parking Anytime, Tow-Away Zone” Sign

Location: Tulip Drive

Shape: Rectangle with long axis vertical
Color: Red/White (background); White (border); White/Red (legend);
Red (symbol)
Type: Regulatory Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a “No Parking Anytime, Tow-Away Zone” sign is
to designate areas where parking is strictly prohibited, and
vehicles parked there may be towed away.
Indication: It indicates that parking is prohibited at all times, and vehicles
parked in this area may be towed away by authorities.
Importance: Adhering to “No Parking Anytime, Tow-Away Zone” signs is crucial
to avoid vehicle towing expenses, maintain smooth traffic flow,
ensure legal compliance, and contribute to orderly road
conditions.
6. “Roundabout Ahead” Sign

Location: Coastal Road

Shape: Triangle
Color: White (background); Red (border); Black (symbol)
Type: Warning Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a "Roundabout Ahead" sign is to warn drivers of
an upcoming roundabout so they can prepare to navigate it
safely.
Indication: It alerts drivers that a roundabout is ahead on the road.
Importance: Drivers should heed the "Roundabout Ahead" sign to enhance
safety by adjusting speed and lane position, promote smooth
traffic flow, and ensure legal compliance with traffic regulations,
thus contributing to orderly road behavior.
7. “Intersection Ahead” Sign

Location: Coastal Road

Shape: Triangle
Color: White (background); Red (border); Black (symbol)
Type: Warning Sign
Purpose: The purpose of an "Intersection Ahead" sign is to alert drivers of
an upcoming intersection, allowing them to prepare for possible
changes in traffic patterns or road conditions.
Indication: It indicates that a junction where two or more roads meet is
approaching.
Importance: Adhering to the "Intersection Ahead" sign is crucial as it enhances
drivers' awareness of potential hazards, allows for adequate
preparation to navigate the intersection safely, and ultimately
promotes smoother traffic flow, reducing the risk of accidents and
enhancing overall road safety.
8. Stack Direction Sign (Single Destination)

Location: Quimpo Boulevard

Shape: Rectangle with long axis horizontal
Color: Green (background); White (border); White (legend)
Type: Guide/Informative Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a "Stack Direction Sign (Single Destination)" is to
provide guidance to drivers approaching a stack interchange,
indicating the direction they should follow to reach a specific
destination.
Indication: It indicates the specific route drivers should take within the stack
interchange to reach that destination.
Importance: Drivers should follow the stack direction sign to efficiently
navigate the complex interchange, reduce congestion, and
enhance safety by minimizing the risk of getting lost or making
sudden lane changes.
9. School Zone Sign / “Be Aware and Stop for Children Crossing Ahead” Sign

Location: MacArthur Highway

Shape: Pentagon & Rectangle with long axis horizontal
Color: Yellow (background); Black (border); Black (legend); Black
(symbol)
Type: Warning Sign
Purpose: The purpose of a "School Zone" or "Be Aware and Stop for
Children Crossing Ahead" sign is to alert drivers to the presence
of a school zone and potential pedestrian crossings, emphasizing
the need for caution.
Indication: It indicates that drivers are entering an area where children may
be present and crossing the road.
Importance: Drivers must heed the "School Zone" or "Be Aware and Stop for
Children Crossing Ahead" sign to ensure child safety by being
vigilant for pedestrians, adhere to reduced speed limits to prevent
accidents, and comply with traffic laws aimed at protecting
vulnerable road users.
 10. “Cross Only at Pedestrian Crossing” Sign / “Advice to Pedestrian to Cross
at Designated Areas” Sign

Location: Tulip Drive

Shape: Rectangle with long axis vertical
Color: Yellow (background); Black (border); Black (legend)
Type: Warning Sign
Purpose: The purpose of the "Cross Only at Pedestrian Crossing" sign is to
inform pedestrians of designated areas where they should cross
the road safely.
Indication: It indicates the locations where pedestrians should cross the road
rather than jaywalking or crossing at unsafe points.
Importance: Adhering to the "Cross Only at Pedestrian Crossing" sign is crucial
for drivers because it reduces the risk of accidents involving
pedestrians and vehicles, prevents traffic disruptions by
promoting designated crossing points, and ensures compliance
with traffic laws, ultimately enhancing safety for both pedestrians
and drivers on the road.

TYPE AND NAME OF SIGNS BASED ON:

https://ltoportal.ph/lto-traffic-signs-symbols-philippines/