Average Speed Check Sign – Diagram 878A | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

📸 Average Speed Check Sign – Diagram 878A | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

The Average Speed Check Sign is an essential UK road traffic sign used to warn drivers that a section of road is being monitored by average speed cameras. This sign plays a crucial role in speed enforcement, accident prevention, and promoting safe driving behavior.

Commonly installed on motorways, major A-roads, urban speed-restricted zones, and roadworks, this sign informs motorists that their speed is being tracked between two points rather than at a single location, encouraging consistent speed compliance.

Designed in compliance with TSRGD regulations, this permanent road sign features a black speed camera symbol and bold “Average Speed Check” text on a white background, ensuring high visibility and clear communication with road users.

⚠️ Improving Road Safety & Speed Compliance

The Average Speed Check Sign helps to:

✅ Inform drivers that average speed cameras are in operation
✅ Encourage speed compliance over a stretch of road rather than just at a fixed point
✅ Reduce accidents caused by sudden braking at traditional speed camera locations
✅ Improve road safety by maintaining consistent vehicle speeds

By providing clear speed enforcement warnings, this sign helps reduce speeding violations, enhance driver awareness, and minimize road collisions.

📏 Durable, High-Quality & Fully Compliant

This permanent UK traffic sign is designed for long-term outdoor use, ensuring visibility and durability in all weather conditions.

✔️ Highly reflective surface for visibility in day and night
✔️ Weatherproof and corrosion-resistant materials for durability
✔️ Manufactured to TSRGD standards for full compliance with UK traffic laws

🛠 Easy Installation & Versatile Applications

The Sign is available in multiple sizes and mounting options, making it suitable for various traffic control needs.

✔️ Available in standard UK road sign sizes
✔️ Compatible with post-mounting systems for secure installation
✔️ Ideal for motorways, A-roads, dual carriageways, and roadwork zones

✅ Why Choose This Sign?

✔️ Official UK traffic sign for average speed camera enforcement
✔️ Highly visible and reflective for improved driver awareness
✔️ Weatherproof and durable for permanent outdoor use
✔️ Encourages speed compliance and reduces road accidents
✔️ Fully compliant with TSRGD and UK road regulations

📌 Summary

📸 Average Speed Check Sign – Diagram 878A warns drivers that a section of road is monitored by average speed cameras.
⚠️ Encourages consistent speed compliance, reducing accidents and sudden braking.
✔️ Ideal for motorways, A-roads, speed-restricted zones, and roadworks.
🌧️ Weatherproof, highly reflective, and fully compliant with UK road regulations.
🛠 Easy to install and available in multiple sizes for different road applications.

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Additional resources:

Driving rules

• The Highway Code
• Legal obligations of drivers and riders