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An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Poland. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

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61. Traffic management

Traffic management is the organised control, regulation and guidance of road users to improve safety, traffic flow and the efficient use of roads. It can include traffic lights, road signs, road markings, lane controls, variable speed limits, diversions and directions given by authorised persons.

Traffic management may be permanent or temporary. Temporary measures are commonly introduced during roadworks, congestion, collisions, public events or other incidents. Drivers and other road users must follow the signs, signals and instructions applying at the location, even when they differ from the normal traffic arrangement.

Traffic management
Variable-message traffic sign on expressway S8. (Poland)
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What is traffic management?

Traffic management is the organised control and guidance of traffic using signs, signals, road markings, lane controls, speed restrictions, diversions and other measures.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Traffic, Articles 10 and 13–14; international framework subject to national law

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Article 23(11); Annex 1, sections E II.1 and G V.1–2; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 133–134; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 257–258; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, information signs

Can traffic management change the normal speed limit?

Yes. Temporary or variable speed-limit signs may impose a different maximum speed because of congestion, roadworks, weather, incidents or other conditions. Drivers must follow the limit currently displayed.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Traffic, Articles 10 and 13–14; international framework subject to national law

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Article 23(11); Annex 1, sections E II.1 and G V.1–2; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 133–134; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 257–258; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, information signs

What should you do when a traffic lane is closed?

Follow the signs and signals governing where the closure begins and how to merge. Move safely into an open lane at the instructed point; local merge-in-turn rules may apply in congestion. Do not drive beyond a signal or marking that prohibits use of the lane.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Traffic, Articles 10 and 13–14; international framework subject to national law

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Article 23(11); Annex 1, sections E II.1 and G V.1–2; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 133–134; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 257–258; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, information signs

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