RIGHT OF WAY
This principle refers to the legal or customary precedence
(priority in place or time) which allows one vehicle to cross
or pass in front of another.
Rules and priority given to certain vehicles, pedestrians,
or other road users to proceed before others in specific
situation
SECTIONS 42 - 44, OF R.A. 4136 PROVIDES FOR THE RULES ON
GIVING THE RIGHT OF WAY.
SAME TIME VEHICLE RULE
In case of two vehicles approaching
or entering an intersection at the
same time, the driver of the vehicle
on the left shall yield the right of
way; however, the driver of any
vehicle traveling at an unlawful speed
forfeits this right
In the case of a vehicle
approaching but has not yet
entered the intersection, its driver
shall yield the right of way to
vehicle already within the RIGHT OF
WAY
intersection or turning therein
to the left across the line of
travel of the first mentioned
vehicle (Sec.42, b).
In case of a vehicle on a highway
within a business or residential
district, its driver shall yield the right
of way to pedestrians crossing the
highway within a crosswalk, except
at intersections where traffic is
regulated by a peace officer or a
traffic signal. If there is no
crosswalk, pedestrians shall yield
the right of way to vehicles on the
highways (Sec. 42, c).
In case of a vehicle traversing a “thru-highway”, its
driver should bring it to a full stop before crossing.
However, if it is clear and no hazard exist, the vehicle
may slow down to 5 miles per hour instead of a full stop
(Sec. 42, d)
EXCEPTIONS TO THE RIGHT OF WAY RULE
Right-of-way rules do not apply in the case:
a. Of a vehicle entering from a private road or drive. The right of way is
in favor of all vehicles utilizing the highway (Sec.43)
b. The driver of vehicle upon a highway shall yield the right of way to
police or fire department vehicles and ambulances when such
vehicles are operated on official business and the drivers thereof
sound audible signal of their approach.
c. The driver of a vehicle entering a “through highway” or a “stop
intersection” shall yield the right of way to all vehicles approaching in
either direction on such “through highway.”
STARTING, STOPPING OR TURNING RULES
The driver of any motor vehicle on a highway, before starting,
stopping or turning from a direct line, shall first see that such
movement can be made safely; and if any pedestrian is affected by
such movement, he shall give a clearly audible signal by sounding the
vehicle’s horn.
A. When Other Motorists are
affected. Whenever the
operation of any other
approaching or following may
be affected by such
movement, the driver making
the movement shall give a
signal to the other driver/s of
his intention to make such
movement (Sec -.44, a).
B. Hand Signal. The required signal shall be given by means of
extending the hand or arm beyond the left side of the vehicle or by
an approved mechanical or electrical signal device (Sec ,44, b).
MAKING A LEFT TURN (NORMAL PROCEDURES)
Motor vehicles intending to turn left from a four-lane street to four-lane
street should observe the following procedures:
a. Signal your intention to turn left with your turning signal or a hand
signal at least 100 feet before you intend to make your turn.
b. Stay on the left lane of the road.
c. NEVER make a left turn from the right lane.
d. At an intersection with a traffic light, vehicles GOING STRAIGHT
have the right of way. Wait for them to pass first before you turn left.
e. At an intersection with a traffic light, make a left turn ONLY WHEN
THE GREEN LIGHT IS ON OR WHEN THERE IS A LEFT TURN
LIGHT.
MAKING A U-TURN ON A TWO-LANE ROAD
(NORMAL PROCEDURE).
Following is the recommended procedure in making a U-Turn on two-
lane road
Make a right turn signal at least 100 ft. before you start moving to
the right side of the road.
Stay as close to the right side as possible. Come to a complete
stop if necessary. Check behind you for traffic. Also check for
oncoming traffic on the other lane.
Once all traffic has passed you, initiate your U-turn. See to it that
you can make it in one “sweep”. If you have a long vehicle, look for
an intersection or a wide section of the road to make a U-turn in.
MAKING A U-TURN ON A TWO-LANE ROAD
(NORMAL PROCEDURE).
At this point, you should be making the U-turn IF
you know the turning radius of your vehicle.
Do not move immediately to the middle of the road.
Keep to the right side until you have increased your
speed sufficiently to move to the middle of the lane.
PEDESTRIANS’ RIGHTS AND DUTIES.
Pedestrians have the right to occupy or pass on spaces or portions
of traffic way allocated for them like crossing on pedestrian lanes
and passing on sidewalks or catwalks.
In addition, pedestrians, as part of the traffic system, their
fundamental duty is to observe and obey all traffic rules and
regulations. Motorists should also know the rights of the pedestrians
so that they will not be using the portions of the traffic way allocated
for the pedestrians for parking purposes.
GENERAL PARKING RULES AND SIMILAR
REGULATIONS.
Motor vehicles should park only on areas specifically designated for
parking. All accidents are not caused while vehicles are being driven.
A parked vehicle may create an accident, kill someone or destroy
property. Before leaving your vehicle, set the brakes, put the gear in
low or reverse or park position and remove the key. This will prevent
your car from rolling down an incline and will also prevent cars from
pushing your car.
PARKING ON CITIES
1.In cities and towns, unless
otherwise directed by a city
or municipal ordinance,
motor vehicles will be
parked parallel and within
12 inches of the curb.
PARKING ON CITIES
For additional pre-caution while parking, observe the
following:
Downhill with or without curb-turn wheels to right.
PARKING ON CITIES
1.For additional pre-caution while
parking, observe the following:
Uphill curb with curb – turn
wheels from curb.
PARKING ON CITIES
1.For additional pre-caution while
parking, observe the following:
Uphill without curb – turn
wheels to curb.
PARKING ON A HIGHWAY
On rural roads, pull entirely off pavement to park. Whenever
practicable, turn on your parking lights
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
1. No driver Shall park a vehicle, or permit it to stand, whether attended
or unattended, upon a highway in any of the following places
Within an intersection and Within six meters of the intersection of
curb lines
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
On a crosswalk or pedestrian lane
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
Within four meters of the driveway entrance to any fire station.
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
In front of a private driveway.
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
On the roadway side of any vehicle stopped or packed at the curb
or edge of the highway
PARKING PROHIBITED IN SPECIFIED PLACES
At any place where official signs have been erected
prohibiting parking.
TRAFFIC ISLANDS
These are areas within the roadway constructed in a manner to
establish physical channels through which vehicular traffic is
guided.
FUNCTIONS OF TRAFFIC ISLANDS
Traffic islands as a part of traffic control devices are designed to:
1. Segregate pedestrians and vehicles; and
2. Control streams of traffic in order to minimize conflict, expedite
traffic flow or increase safety.
TRAFFIC ISLANDS
TRAFFIC ISLANDS
CLASSIFICATIONS OF TRAFFIC ISLANDS
1. Pedestrian Island (Pedestrian Barriers)
These are constructed between the pedestrian sidewalk
and the road pavement to prevent pedestrian from using
the roadway in passing and to prevent motor vehicles
from using the sidewalk for parking and passing purposes.
CLASSIFICATIONS OF TRAFFIC ISLANDS
2. Traffic Islands
These are the raised portion in the middle of the traffic
way constructed to separate the streams of motor
vehicles traversing on opposite directions and at the
same time preventing motorists from using the
opposite lane for overtaking.
Division Islands. These are constructed primarily to
divide the streams of the motor vehicle.
Channelizing Island. These are constructed to channelize
or direct the flow of traffic
TRAFFIC ISLANDS
Rotary Islands. These are constructed along
Intersections or “rotundas” for purposes of turning-around.
Their functions are:
(1) prohibit pedestrians from crossing major thoroughfares at
points where such crossing is exceptionally hazardous,
(2) minimize imprudence and delays to vehicular Traffic, and
(3) channelize and control pedestrians.
