Slippery Road Ahead Sign – Diagram 557 | Temporary UK Traffic Sign
The Slippery Road Ahead Sign – Diagram 557 is a temporary UK road sign used to warn drivers about slippery road surfaces caused by rain, oil spills, loose materials, or temporary works. Featuring a tilting car with skid marks inside a red-bordered triangle, it is designed to prompt caution and reduced speed in high-risk conditions.
This sign complies with TSRGD Diagram 557 and is recommended in Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual for temporary traffic management. It is widely used during resurfacing, after gritting, or in areas prone to wet-weather skidding—particularly when road grip is temporarily compromised.
Available in RA1 (urban/low-speed) and RA2 (high-speed) reflective finishes, this sign is constructed using Zintec, GRP, composite, 3mm plastic (RA1), 5mm plastic (RA2), or vinyl sticker substrates. Mounting options include plate-only, quick-fit, riveted frame, or self-adhesive (for sticker signs).
🔧 Technical Review
Diagram 557 is crucial during adverse conditions and surface maintenance, helping prevent vehicle skidding and collisions. It’s highly visible and understood by all drivers, making it an essential warning during surfacing works, wet-weather hazards, or vehicle fluid contamination.
✅ Why Choose Morelock for Your Diagram 557 Sign?
✔️ Officially compliant with Diagram 557 & Chapter 8
✔️ Durable in all conditions – rain, spray, oil, or dust
✔️ Available in RA1 or RA2 reflective sheeting
✔️ Substrate options include Zintec, plastic, GRP, composite
✔️ Suitable for quick deployment with multiple mounting styles
✔️ Made in the UK with fast delivery nationwide
📌 Ideal For:
• Road surfacing and sealing sites
• Areas with diesel, oil, or fluid spills
• After heavy rainfall or snowmelt
• Slippery surfaces during or after gritting
• Utility and construction access zones
🌟 Summary (Why You Should Buy This Product)
• ✅ Temporary slippery road warning sign – Diagram 557
• ✅ Reduces skid risk in hazardous surface conditions
• ✅ Fully reflective and weatherproof
• ✅ Lightweight, portable, and easy to mount
• ✅ Trusted by UK traffic and safety authorities
📊 Product Specifications Table
Feature | Details |
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Product Name | Slippery Road Ahead Sign |
Diagram Number | 557 |
Reflective Class (Facing) | RA1 (low speed), RA2 (high speed) |
Mounting Options | Plate-only, Riveted in Frame, Quick Fit, Self-Adhesive (stickers only) |
Material (Substrate) | Zintec, GRP, Composite, 3mm Plastic (RA1), 5mm Plastic (RA2), Stickers |
Available Sizes (mm) | 600, 750, 900, 1200, 1500 |
Compliance | TSRGD Diagram 557, Chapter 8 |
🔗 Additional Useful Links
Section | Link & Description |
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🛒 Shop Temporary Signs | Browse our full range of Chapter 8 temporary signs |
📏 Sign Sizes | Sizes available: 600mm to 1500mm with RA1 & RA2 reflectivity |
🧰 Installation Options | Learn about Quick Fit, plate-only and adhesive mounts |
📞 Get a Quote | Request pricing for Diagram 557 or other signs |
📚 Regulations & Guidance | Traffic Signs Manual (GOV.UK) |