Traffic signal

Traffic officer point-duty signals

SS1

Where

At intersections, accident scenes, or where the normal traffic signals aren't working.

Purpose

To direct traffic in areas of high congestion, at the scene of an accident, or where traffic signals are not operational.

Action

Driver must focus on the signals given by the officer and strictly follow them - these take precedence over any other traffic signal. Stop signals halt traffic from the front, the rear, or both; go/proceed signals indicate the driver may proceed.

Manual on Road Traffic Signs, page 58.