Road Sign 101: Slippery When Wet Sign

Road signs and their meanings are part of CDL tests, so recognizing them grants you a great chance to achieve the success of your driving license. One of the typical road signs examined is the  Slippery When Wet Sign.

Follow our guide to better understand the Slippery When Wet Sign.

Figure 01. Road Sign 101: Slippery When Wet Sign.

What is the Meaning of “Slippery When Wet Sign”?

The slippery road sign is a warning sign. Slippery road signs are posted in areas that are known to be slippery or icy in poor weather conditions.

Type, Colors, and Shape 

The school crossing sign combines two signs: a school area picture drawn in a pentagon-shaped sign and a diagonal downward pointing arrow sign. The two signs consist of the sign assembly known as a school crossing sign.

What to do when you see a “Slippery When Wet Sign”?

When drivers see a “Slippery When Wet Sign, they should: 

• Use extra caution when driving over bridges or overpasses.
• Use extreme caution and slow your speed when the road is wet or icy. 
• Slow their speed 
• Avoid any sudden directional changes when conditions are poor.

Where Are “Slippery When Wet Signs” Commonly Placed?

Slippery road signs are posted along roads prone to rain and ice.

Other Types of “Slippery When Wet” Signs

Figure 02. Another kind of Slippery When Wet Sign.

Things to Remember 

• The slippery road sign is posted in areas that are known to be slippery or icy in poor weather conditions.
• Drivers should slow their speed and avoid sudden directional changes when driving on slippery roads.
• Use extra caution when driving over bridges or overpasses.

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