Diagram 512.2 – Junction on Right Bend Ahead Warning Sign

The Diagram 512.2 sign is a warning traffic sign that alerts drivers to the presence of a junction on a right-hand bend ahead. Featuring a red-bordered triangular shape with a black curved arrow and a side road symbol, this sign warns motorists to exercise caution, reduce speed, and be prepared for merging or turning traffic.

This sign is particularly useful on winding rural roads, high-speed routes, and areas with limited visibility, ensuring that drivers anticipate the junction and adjust their driving accordingly.

Key Features and Benefits

⚠️ Warns of a Junction on a Right Bend

Alerts drivers that a junction is situated on a right-hand curve in the road.
Encourages motorists to slow down and check for merging vehicles.
Prevents sudden braking or lane changes due to unexpected junctions.

🚗 Improves Road Safety at Potentially Hazardous Junctions

Ensures drivers anticipate turning traffic and adjust their approach speed.
Reduces the risk of collisions between main road traffic and merging vehicles.
Commonly placed in areas with reduced visibility, where junctions are harder to spot.

👀 Highly Visible and Easy to Recognize

Red-bordered triangular design conforms to UK warning sign standards.
Black curved arrow and side road symbol ensure instant recognition.
Made with retroreflective materials for clear visibility in all lighting conditions.

Where is the Diagram 512.2 Sign Used?

The Diagram 512.2 sign is installed in locations where a junction is present on a right-hand bend. Common placements include:

Winding country roads 🌳 – Alerting drivers to hidden junctions on curves.
Rural highways with sharp bends 🛣️ – Ensuring vehicles anticipate merging traffic.
Forested or low-visibility areas 🌲 – Warning of junctions obstructed by trees or terrain.
Hilly and mountainous roads ⛰️ – Reducing risks in areas with elevation changes.
Suburban or residential areas 🏡 – Informing motorists of side roads merging at bends.

By clearly marking these tricky junctions, this sign helps reduce accidents and improve overall road safety.

Understanding Junction and Bend Warning Signs

The Diagram 512.2 sign is part of a series of junction and bend-related warning signs designed to inform drivers of potential merging hazards. It works alongside:

✅ Diagram 512.1 – “Junction on Left Bend Ahead” (for left-side equivalents).
✅ Diagram 512 – “Sharp Bend Ahead” (indicating a dangerous curve).
✅ Diagram 506.1 – “Side Road Warning Sign” (general side road ahead warning).

These signs help increase driver awareness and prevent sudden, dangerous maneuvers.

Durability and Compliance

To ensure long-lasting performance and compliance with UK traffic regulations, our Diagram 512.2 sign is made from high-quality, durable materials:

✔️ Retroreflective coating for night-time visibility 🌙
✔️ Weatherproof aluminum or composite material 🌧️
✔️ Rust and corrosion-resistant for outdoor durability 🏗️
✔️ Available in multiple sizes for different road environments 📏
✔️ Fully compliant with UK TSRGD regulations ✅

This sign is essential for local councils, highway authorities, and road safety planners managing dangerous junctions and curved roads.

Who Needs This Sign?

The Diagram 512.2 sign is widely used by:

✅ Local councils and highway authorities – Managing junction safety in curved road sections.
✅ Construction and road development teams – Installing warning signs on new roads.
✅ Traffic management agencies – Improving road safety at high-risk junctions.
✅ Private property owners with road access points – Marking entrances on curved roads.

By placing this sign at strategic locations, authorities can reduce accidents, prevent driver confusion, and improve overall traffic flow.

Summary

✔️ Warns drivers of a junction located on a right-hand bend 🚗
✔️ Encourages caution and awareness of merging traffic ⚠️
✔️ Used on rural roads, high-speed roads, and low-visibility areas 🏞️
✔️ Highly visible with reflective materials for night-time use 🌙
✔️ Fully compliant with UK road regulations (TSRGD) ✅

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The reflective materials used are weather resistant and designed for outdoor application. The range consists of three classes including RA1, R2/RA2, and R3B/R3C. The outdoor service life for each class of material is as follows: