Road Rules Guide · Queensland

Signalling: Queensland road rules

Key points on signalling for the Queensland learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Queensland handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.

How long must you signal before you turn?

Answer: Long enough to give other road users sufficient warning

You must signal before changing direction for long enough to give sufficient warning, and stop signalling as soon as the change is complete.

Practice question 130 · official source

You are about to pull out from a parked position at the kerb. For how long must you signal first?

Answer: At least five seconds

When moving from a stationary position at the side of the road, a driver must signal for at least 5 seconds before changing direction.

Practice question 131 · official source

Before you turn left, are you required to signal?

Answer: Yes, for long enough to warn other road users

A left change-of-direction signal must be given before turning, for long enough to warn others, even if road arrows show the turn.

Practice question 132 · official source

When should you use your right indicator?

Answer: Before you turn right or move to the right

Use your right indicator to signal a right change of direction. Do not use it for other purposes.

Practice question 133 · official source