Regulatory · Control Signs

4-way stop

R1.4

Come to a complete stop behind the stop line. If more than one vehicle stops, the vehicle that stopped first moves off first. Proceed only when safe.

Remember 4-Way Stop (R1.4) by linking the visible symbol to its exact action: Come to a complete stop behind the stop line. If more than one vehicle stops, the vehicle that stopped first moves off first. Proceed only when safe.

Where

At intersections.

Purpose

To bring traffic from all four directions to a stop.

Action

Bring your vehicle to a standstill behind the stop line. • If there is no stop line, the front of your vehicle must be brought to a stop in line with the stop sign. • Proceed only when it is safe. • If more than one vehicle stops at such an intersection, the vehicle, which stopped first, should move off first.

Manual on Road Traffic Signs, page 5.