Teorio
Edge marker post
The sign is an edge marker post and makes the course of the road or an obstacle clearer.
When you see the sign
Use the edge delineator to judge where the left edge of the road is and how the road continues, especially in darkness, fog or snowfall. Adjust your position and speed to the visibility, but remember that the delineator does not itself impose a specific speed limit or indicate which side to pass on.
Rules
- Skilt 920.VE marks the left edge of the road and makes the road's course or an obstacle clearer.
- An edge delineator does not give you priority and does not change your duty to yield.
- The sign sets no speed limit; the applicable posted or general speed limit still applies.
- An edge delineator does not indicate which side an obstacle should be passed on, unlike an obstacle marker with diagonal stripes.
Tips
- Follow the line of edge delineators with your eyes to spot curves and changes in road width early.
- In darkness, the reflector can help you distinguish the left edge of the road from the right edge.
- When there is snow on the ground, use the delineators to estimate where the edge of the road is, but do not assume that the entire area between them is suitable for driving.
- Reduce your speed if only a few edge delineators are visible because of fog, snow or heavy rain.
Common misconceptions
- Some people think that an edge delineator shows which side an obstacle should be passed on. It is an obstacle marker with diagonal stripes that provides this information.
- Some interpret the delineator as an instruction to keep right up against the edge of the road. It only marks the course of the road or an obstacle.
- Some confuse an edge delineator with a background or direction marker, which is generally used more directly on curves or near obstacles.
Test yourself
Easy
What does the marking in the picture mean?
- AIt marks the left road edge and clarifies the road's course or an obstruction.
- BIt indicates that an obstruction may only be passed on the left side.
- CIt warns that traffic traveling in your direction has priority.
- DIt requires drivers to keep the vehicle completely close to the left road edge.
Medium
You see the marking along the left side of a dark and winding road. What should you do?
- AUse the marking as a basis for maintaining your speed regardless of visibility.
- BUse the marking to follow the road's course and adjust your speed and position according to the conditions.
- CUse the marking as a requirement to drive completely close to the left road edge.
- DUse the marking as an instruction to pass all obstructions on the left side.
Hard
The marking is near an obstruction. Which conclusion is correct?
- AThe marking shows the left road edge, but does not determine which side the obstruction should be passed on.
- BThe marking shows the left road edge and determines that traffic at the obstruction has vikeplikt.
- CThe marking shows the left road edge and determines that the obstruction must be passed on the right.
- DThe marking shows the left road edge and determines that the obstruction must be passed on the left.
Theory test tip
In the theory test, the trap may be to choose that the marker determines which side to pass on. Look for diagonal stripes if the question concerns which side an obstacle may be passed on; an edge delineator primarily shows the edge and course of the road.
Did you know
Edge delineators have reflective panels that make the edges and course of the road easier to see in vehicle headlights, including where road markings are hidden by snow.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to reduce my speed when I see this marker?
The marker itself does not impose a specific speed. However, you must reduce your speed if visibility, curves, road width or other conditions make it necessary.
Does the marker show which side I should pass an obstacle on?
No, it shows the edge of the road or makes the course of the road or an obstacle clearer. Obstacle markers with diagonal stripes are used to show which side the marker may be passed on.
Can I use the edge delineators to find the edge of the road in snowfall?
Yes, they can be important reference points when the road markings are covered. At the same time, you must keep a good safety margin, because the delineators do not guarantee that the entire area between them is clear or suitable for driving.
Does the marker give me priority?
No, an edge delineator does not regulate priority or the duty to yield. These rules follow from the traffic regulations, traffic lights and other traffic signs.
Practise for the theory test
Teorio has the complete theory syllabus in your own language. Download the app and practise whenever it suits you.
