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Obstacle marker
The diagonal stripes point down towards the side on which the marker can be passed.
When you see the sign
Reduce your speed if necessary and steer past the marking on the left, towards which the diagonal stripes point downward. Keep a safe distance from the obstruction and make sure it is safe to pass without conflicting with oncoming or other traffic.
Rules
- On 906.0H, the diagonal stripes point down towards the left, and the marking must be passed on the left.
- The sign marks an obstruction at or in the carriageway, such as a traffic island, refuge or other physical barrier.
- The sign does not give you priority; give-way rules and other signs still apply.
- The marking indicates which side to pass on, but does not set a specific speed limit.
Tips
- Look at which side the diagonal stripes point down towards; that is the side you can pass on.
- Position the car towards the left early so that you avoid a sudden change of course close to the obstruction.
- Adjust your speed so that you can pass with a safe lateral clearance, especially near narrow traffic islands.
- Look for oncoming traffic, cyclists and pedestrians around the obstruction before passing.
Common misconceptions
- Some people think that the stripes point towards the obstruction itself, but they point down towards the side on which the marking can be passed.
- The sign is confused with 906.0V, which indicates passing on the right.
- Some interpret it as an ordinary background or directional marking without a requirement to pass on a particular side.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign mean?
- AAn obstruction must be passed on the left side.
- BAn obstruction must be passed on the right side.
- CThe further course of the road goes to the left.
- DAn exit is located on the left side.
Medium
You are approaching a traffic island with this sign. At the same time, you have vikeplikt for other traffic. What must you do?
- APass on the left side and comply with vikeplikt.
- BPass on the right side and comply with vikeplikt.
- CPass on either side and comply with vikeplikt.
- DPass on the left side without complying with vikeplikt.
Hard
The sign is placed at a physical barrier, without other signs concerning speed or forkjørsrett. Which statement is correct?
- AIt indicates the passing side and at the same time sets a lower speed.
- BIt indicates the passing side, but neither a speed limit nor forkjørsrett.
- CIt indicates the passing side and at the same time gives forkjørsrett.
- DIt only makes the obstruction clearer and does not indicate a passing side.
Theory test tip
Read the diagonal stripes, not the letter in the sign number. On 906.0H, the stripes slope down towards the left, so the marking can be passed on the left — the letter H says nothing about which side to pass on.
Did you know
Obstruction markings are often used on traffic islands, refuges and at other physical obstructions. Variant 906.0VH has stripes pointing down towards both sides and indicates that the marking can be passed on either side.
Frequently asked questions
Which side should I pass on?
You should pass on the left side of the marking. The diagonal stripes point down towards this side.
Does the sign mean that I have priority past the obstruction?
No, the sign does not give you priority. You must still follow the give-way rules and other signs, and take account of other traffic.
What is the difference between 906.0H and 906.0V?
On 906.0H, the stripes point down towards the left, and the marking can be passed on the left. On 906.0V, they point down towards the right, and you pass on the right.
Does the marking indicate a specific speed limit?
No, the marking does not set a speed limit. Nevertheless, you must adjust your speed to the obstruction, the available space and the traffic conditions.
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