PassGoods Vehicles Exceeding an Indicated GVM Prohibited
Where: This sign is displayed on any public road, lane, path, bridge, tunnel, or designated area where there is a restriction on the weight of goods vehicles allowed to enter or pass through. It is often found at the entrance to bridges, underpasses, or tunnels with structural weight limits; on narrow or steep roads where heavy vehicles could pose a safety hazard; in residential or environmentally sensitive areas where heavy vehicles are restricted; or on routes with pavement or infrastructure limitations designed for lighter traffic only.
Purpose: The purpose of this sign is to prohibit goods vehicles whose Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) or Gross Combination Mass (GCM) exceeds the limit indicated in tonnes on the sign from proceeding beyond that point. This restriction helps to protect road and bridge structures from damage due to excessive weight, ensure road safety by preventing heavy vehicles from entering unsuitable or dangerous routes, reduce congestion and environmental impact in sensitive zones, and guide heavy vehicles toward designated freight or truck routes.
Action Required by Driver: If you are driving a goods vehicle, check the vehicle's GVM (the total permissible weight of the vehicle including its load) or GCM (the combined permissible weight of the vehicle and any trailer). Do not proceed beyond this sign if your vehicle's GVM or GCM exceeds the limit shown in tonnes. Use alternative roads or designated heavy vehicle routes where such weight restrictions do not apply. Ignoring this restriction may lead to severe penalties, and in some cases, cause structural damage or accidents.
