Enter and Do Not Enter Signs: Showing the Right Direction

When on the road, there are times when drivers encounter “Do Not Enter” signs and arrows that mostly point the way to the “Enter This Way” signs. These signs that direct drivers to a different road can be sometimes frustrating and often confusing. People would almost assume that there is no logic behind redirecting traffic with these signs.

Perhaps their thoughts are right. Why would traffic be redirected to a different flow when the destination of the driver is just right around the corner? Sometimes, the route of the “Do Not Enter” signs seems more reasonable than taking other roads. Perhaps there is more than that meets the eye.

Enter and Do Not Enter signs are provided to create a new course of traffic. These are mostly used when there are new road projects and construction sites that may get in the way of the regular flow of traffic. These signs also provide safety for the drivers. They redirect to new path where vehicles will be out of harm’s way, away from possible road accidents that can be cause by driving through road projects and construction sites.

To others, it may seem like an annoyance and waste of time having their regular roads being blocked by these signs. In reality, they promote caution and safety for the vehicle users. These signs provide new roads to take, which will still bring the drivers to their specific destination. Drivers will just have to read the signs how to get there.

Another advantage of these signs is preventing vehicles from colliding into one another. One way streets usually have “Do Not Enter” signs to avert vehicles from entering those streets. Traffic enforcers are also at bay to reprimand violators over illegal entry.

The signs are usually made of rustproof aluminum with a highly reflective surface to increase visibility at night. Standard sizes for these are 18”w x 18”h or 24”w x 24”h.

Enter and Do Not Enter signs are also found in parking lots. Their purpose is to direct the course of traffic along the spaces provided to regulate the flow of incoming and outgoing vehicles. They guide drivers to make the right turns to avoid collision. They also warn against making wrong turns that may cause disturbance with other vehicles entering the parking lots. It is always important to read and follow the signs since they are the ones that firmly direct people to the right direction.