Traffic cones, also called pylons, witches' hats, road cones, highway cones, safety cones, or construction cones, are normally cone-shaped markers that are placed on roads or footpaths to temporarily redirect traffic in a safe and suitable manner. Standards The Mastercone confirms to the necessary standard and regulations that are required to use these cones on road & traffic works. These include: Conforms to requirements of BSEN13422 Chapter 8 - Traffic Signs Manual Safety at Street Works & Road Works - A Code of Practice Traffic Signs Regulations & General Directions