Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 556.1 | Permanent UK Traffic Sign
The Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 556.1 is a crucial UK road warning sign used to alert drivers that the road edges or verges are unstable, unpaved, or unsuitable for driving. Soft verges pose a significant risk of vehicle grounding, loss of control, or becoming stuck—particularly for heavier or low-clearance vehicles.
Fully compliant with TSRGD Diagram 556.1, BS EN 12899-1, and Chapter 4 of the Traffic Signs Manual, this permanent traffic sign is constructed from durable aluminium, composite, or self-adhesive sticker substrates, and finished with RA2 or R3B reflective sheeting for high visibility in all lighting and weather conditions.
It is available in all standard UK triangle sizes — 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm — and can be supplied with channel fixings, plate-only, or self-adhesive backing for a wide variety of installations.
🔧 Technical Review
Diagram 556.1 features an icon of a vehicle driving into a rough, unstable verge, illustrated with jagged ground patterns and a sloped edge. It is an essential warning on rural, unmaintained, or narrow roads where verges cannot support vehicle weight.
✅ Why Choose Morelock for Your Diagram 556.1 Sign?
✔️ Manufactured to TSRGD Diagram 556.1 and Chapter 8 specifications
✔️ RA2 or R3B reflective class available for day/night visibility
✔️ Six UK-standard sizes available
✔️ Constructed from aluminium, composite, or sticker materials
✔️ Channel, plate-only, and self-adhesive mounting options
✔️ Fast UK delivery direct from manufacturer
📌 Ideal For:
• Country lanes with grassy or unreinforced verges
• Roads with minimal shoulder support
• Areas prone to soft ground in wet seasons
• Temporary traffic routes during construction
• Agricultural and rural networks
🌟 Summary (Why You Should Buy This Product)
• ✅ Official UK sign for soft or weak roadside edges
• ✅ Fully TSRGD Diagram 556.1 compliant
• ✅ Reflective and built to last in all UK environments
• ✅ 450mm–1500mm sizes available
• ✅ Made in the UK with rapid dispatch
📊 Product Specifications Table
Feature | Details |
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Product Name | Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign |
Diagram Number | 556.1 |
Reflective Class (Facing) | RA2, R3B |
Mounting Options | Channel, Plate-only, Self-Adhesive |
Material (Substrate) | Aluminium, Composite, Stickers |
Available Sizes (mm) | 450, 600, 750, 900, 1200, 1500 |
Compliance | TSRGD Diagram 556.1, BS EN 12899-1, Chapter 8 |
🔗 Useful Road Sign Resources
Section | Link & Description |
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🛒 Shop Permanent Signs | Explore all Chapter 8 compliant road signs – reflective and compliant |
📏 Standard Triangle Sign Sizes | Choose from 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm & 1500mm – fast delivery |
🚧 Permanent Installation Options | Mounting posts, fixings, and installation services across the UK |
📞 Get a Road Sign Quote | Request pricing for bulk orders or custom specifications |
📚 Government Guidance | Safety at Street Works – Official Code of Practice (PDF) The Highway Code – UK traffic signage |