DIAGRAM 954.3

Diagram 954.3 – Buses and Cycles Exempt from Restriction

The Diagram 954.3 road sign is used to indicate that buses and cycles are exempt from a restriction or prohibition that applies to other vehicles. This sign ensures that public transport and cyclists can continue their route without interruption, even in areas where general traffic is restricted.

This sign is commonly found in bus lanes, cycle lanes, restricted zones, and low-traffic areas where access is controlled to prioritise sustainable transport options.

Sign Meaning and Usage

The Diagram 954.3 sign is a regulatory sign that clarifies that buses and bicycles are not subject to the restrictions indicated by an associated traffic sign. It features black text on a white background with a black border, ensuring high visibility and easy recognition.

The primary functions of this sign include:

• Allowing public transport and cyclists to use restricted areas without penalties,
• Encouraging sustainable transport options by giving priority to buses and bicycles,
• Reducing congestion by ensuring dedicated routes for specific vehicle types,
• Improving road safety for vulnerable road users such as cyclists.

This sign is typically placed near restricted zones, bus and cycle lanes, and areas with limited vehicle access to inform road users of the exemption.

Importance of Diagram 954.3 for Road Safety

1. Promotes Sustainable Transport – This sign helps encourage the use of public transport and cycling, reducing environmental impact and road congestion.

2. Enhances Traffic Flow – By clearly indicating exemptions, this sign helps prevent unnecessary stops and confusion for buses and cyclists.

3. Increases Cyclist Safety – Exempting bicycles from certain restrictions allows them to travel more safely and efficiently, reducing interactions with motor traffic.

4. Prevents Unauthorised Vehicle Entry – This sign ensures that only authorised vehicles (buses and cycles) can enter specific routes, helping to maintain traffic regulations.

Placement and Compliance Regulations

The placement of Diagram 954.3 follows UK regulations under the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD). This sign must be:

• Placed in conjunction with a restriction sign to clarify the exemption,
• Clearly visible to road users, ensuring clarity and compliance,
• Positioned at entry points to restricted areas or lanes,
• Maintained regularly to ensure it remains readable and effective.

Local councils and transport authorities must ensure this sign is installed where needed to facilitate safe and efficient public and cycle transport.

Key Considerations for Road Users

• Motorists should respect the restriction and avoid unauthorised entry,
• Cyclists and bus drivers must follow the designated routes carefully,
• Road users should remain alert for signs indicating restricted areas and exemptions,
• Traffic enforcement cameras may be in place to monitor compliance with access restrictions.

Road and driving safety

• Check your vehicle is safe to drive
• Speed limits
• Driving eyesight rules
• Using a phone, sat nav or other device when driving
• The drink drive limit
• Drug use and driving
• Motorcycle helmets: the law
• Seat belts: the law
• Child car seats: the law

Rules for different vehicles

• Legal obligations of drivers and riders
• Towing with a car

Driving rules

• The Highway Code
• Legal obligations of drivers and riders

Know your traffic signs

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