Loose Gravel – Danger Signs Switzerland Sign 1.12
Sign 1.12
Danger Signs

Loose Gravel

Sign 1.12 · SSV/SVG Switzerland · Danger Signs

Warning of loose gravel on the road. Risk of skidding at speed.

⚡ Remember: Loose gravel = skid risk!
loose gravel danger sign

What does the Loose Gravel sign mean?

Sign Loose Gravel (No. 1.12) means: Warning of loose gravel on the road. Risk of skidding at speed.

Loose Gravel – Key Rule

Loose gravel = skid risk!

Loose Gravel – Category Danger Signs

Danger signs warn of hazards on the road. They are triangular with a red border.

Why know Loose Gravel?

Signs like Loose Gravel are the foundation for understanding traffic situations. The Swiss driving licence test assesses your ability to interpret these situations correctly – knowing your signs means understanding the road.

Where does the Loose Gravel sign apply?

Sign Loose Gravel (No. 1.12) applies on public roads in Switzerland under the SSV (Road Signage Ordinance). It belongs to the category Danger Signs.

Loose Gravel – Foundation for Road Comprehension

Understanding signs like Loose Gravel (No. 1.12) is the foundation for reading traffic situations – which is exactly what the Swiss driving licence test assesses.

Key facts:

  • Sign number: 1.12
  • Category: Danger Signs
  • Meaning: Warning of loose gravel on the road. Risk of skidding at speed.
  • Key rule: Loose gravel = skid risk!

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