At the beginning of a single-carriageway freeway.

To indicate that a single-carriageway freeway begins at the sign and that all rules that apply to freeways are effective from here.

Follow all the rules, which apply, to freeways.

Overview The Single-Carriageway Freeway Begins Sign (Temporary) in South Africa is a regulatory road sign used to indicate the start of a freeway section where traffic in both directions shares a single roadway (no physical separation between directions). It is typically used under temporary traffic management conditions such as road upgrades, diversions, or controlled-access route changes. What the Sign Means When this sign is displayed, it means a single-carriageway freeway begins at that point and freeway rules apply immediately. Although there is no physical median separating directions of travel, the road is still classified as a freeway with controlled-access rules. The key rule is: freeway regulations apply from this point onward, even on a single carriageway. Freeway Rules That Apply No pedestrians are allowed on the roadway No stopping or parking except in emergencies No reversing or U-turns Access only at designated entry and exit points Compliance with freeway speed limits and lane discipline Driver Responsibilities Maintain safe and consistent speed appropriate for freeway conditions Stay alert for two-way high-speed traffic on the same carriageway Use indicators clearly when overtaking or changing position Keep safe following distances due to opposing traffic flow Be cautious of limited separation between traffic directions Where You Will See This Sign This temporary sign is commonly found: On upgraded or partially completed freeway sections During roadworks or traffic diversion projects On controlled-access national routes under temporary configuration At transition points between normal roads and temporary freeway systems Purpose of the Sign The purpose of the Single-Carriageway Freeway Begins Sign (Temporary) is to clearly inform drivers that a controlled-access freeway environment has started, even though both directions share the same roadway, ensuring safe and regulated high-speed traffic flow. Common Mistakes to Avoid Stopping on the roadway or shoulder without emergency reason Attempting U-turns or reversing on the freeway Driving without maintaining proper lane discipline Underestimating opposing traffic on a single carriageway freeway Safety Tips Stay highly alert for oncoming traffic due to lack of median separation Keep headlights on for visibility where required Maintain consistent speed with traffic flow Plan overtaking carefully and only when safe and permitted Penalties for Ignoring the Sign Ignoring freeway rules from this sign may result in: Fines or traffic enforcement action Serious collision risk due to improper manoeuvres Legal penalties for unsafe or prohibited driving behaviour Possible vehicle impoundment in severe cases Summary The Single-Carriageway Freeway Begins Sign (Temporary) in South Africa indicates the start of a controlled-access freeway without a physical median. It enforces freeway driving rules to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow under temporary or modified road conditions.