Dangerous Goods
The sign indicates a route for the transport of dangerous goods
When You See This Sign
When you see the sign: if you are transporting dangerous goods you must follow the signposted route and check for any supplementary regulations. As another driver: be more alert, keep your distance, and be prepared for heavy vehicles or special maneuvers.
Rules & Regulations
- The sign indicates a road intended for the transport of dangerous goods; it shows which route such transports should use when there are regulations about designated routes.
- In areas where the municipality or the Swedish Transport Administration requires it, it is mandatory for vehicles carrying dangerous goods to follow the signposted route.
- Supplementary local regulations may specify time restrictions, speed limits, or parking prohibitions that apply specifically to vehicles transporting dangerous goods.
- The sign is addressed to vehicles carrying dangerous goods; other road users should be aware of such vehicles and adapt their driving accordingly.
Tips for Drivers
- If you are driving a vehicle with dangerous goods: plan the route according to the signage, check that transport documents and labeling are correct, and comply with any local restrictions.
- As another road user, look for placards and orange markings on vehicles — keep a safe distance and avoid sudden lane changes or overtaking close to these vehicles.
- Be extra attentive at entrances to tunnels, port areas, and industrial zones where dangerous goods signs are common and where such vehicles may travel more slowly or make wide turns.
- In case of an accident or visible leak: keep your distance, warn other road users, and call the emergency number 112; if possible, provide dangerous goods labels or information from the vehicle's markings.
Common Mistakes
- Believing the sign prohibits the transport of dangerous goods — it instead indicates a designated or recommended route for such transports.
- Thinking the sign applies to all vehicles; it is aimed specifically at vehicles transporting dangerous goods.
- Assuming the route is always voluntary without checking local regulations or time restrictions that may make it binding.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Dangerous Goods
What should a driver of a vehicle carrying dangerous goods understand from this sign?
- A The sign indicates a route intended for the transport of dangerous goods
- B The sign prohibits all transport of dangerous goods on the entire stretch
- C The sign indicates the nearest emergency response station
- D The sign indicates that loading of dangerous goods is prohibited here
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may compare this sign with a prohibition sign for dangerous goods. Remember: F32 shows a designated/directed route for dangerous goods, whereas a prohibition sign explicitly forbids the transport of dangerous goods on that stretch.
Did You Know?
Signs for dangerous goods are often used at entrances to ports, industrial sites and tunnels to direct such transports away from densely populated areas. They were introduced as part of adaptations to international ADR regulations and local routing plans to reduce risks in built-up areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the sign apply to all types of dangerous goods?
Not necessarily. Local regulations or supplementary signage may refer to specific classes or types of dangerous goods, so check the transport documents and any additional signs.
Are ordinary passenger cars allowed to drive on roads marked 'Dangerous goods'?
Yes, the sign is directed at vehicles transporting dangerous goods; passenger cars may generally use the road but should be aware of heavy traffic and adjust their driving.
What do I do if I am transporting dangerous goods but the sign is missing where I planned to drive?
Follow the applicable transport plan and ADR requirements and contact your employer or the relevant authority (the municipality or the Swedish Transport Administration) for guidance. Do not improvise; follow the regulations.
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