Welcome to Construction Road Signs British Columbia

Orange road signs are for construction, maintenance, and/or something of a temporary nature. Be sure to watch for traffic control people and follow their directions. Traffic control people can legally override other traffic control devices.

In other words, if a traffic control person instructs you to go through a red light, or stop for a green light, do what they say. Make sure to also keep a good safe distance away from construction equipment and vehicles, and never pass in a construction zone unless it can be done safely.

Be sure to also check out my other comprehensive guide on the rest of the Canada Road Signs.

Crew Working Road Sign

There are many construction signs. Just remember that any orange sign you see is a temporary sign and has something to do with construction. Pay careful attention as there are often crews working on or beside the road.

It is often a good idea to reduce speed, based on conditions or there will often be a speed sign as well. The construction road sign or ‘crew working ahead’ road sign will be orange and look something like this:

Detour Ahead Construction Signs

Soft Shoulder Construction Road Signs

Construction Ahead Road Sign

Traffic Control Person Ahead

What is a Traffic Control Person?

Never heard of a traffic control person? A traffic control person is sometimes also referred to as a flag person, flag man, flag woman, or signaller. Their main role is to: Stop traffic, slow traffic, and safely direct drivers through work or construction zones and sites. They also help to protect workers in the construction zone by regulating traffic flow.

Thinking of becoming a traffic control person in British Columbia? Check out this resource from WorkSafeBC.

Crew Working – Obey Posted Speed Limit

Survey Crew – Obey Posted Speed Limit

End of Construction Zone Speed Limit

Follow The Lighted Arrow

Construction Fine Notice

Blasting Ahead – Follow Instructions On Sign