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Tech Tip Tuesday: Mastering Roundabouts for Safer and Smoother Journeys This Tech Tip Tuesday, we're circling around the topic of navigating roundabouts, an increasingly common feature in road networks worldwide. Roundabouts are designed to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents compared to traditional intersections. Here's how to navigate them efficiently and safely: 1. Approach with Caution: Slow down as you approach the roundabout. The posted signs will help you understand the layout, and which exit you need to take. Yield to pedestrians and cyclists at the crosswalks. 2. Yield to Traffic Inside the Roundabout: Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout have the right of way. Only enter when there is a safe gap in traffic. Remember, in a roundabout, traffic moves counterclockwise. 3. Choose the Correct Lane: If there are multiple lanes, use the rightmost lane to turn right, the left lane to turn left, and any lane to go straight, unless signs or markings indicate otherwise. Make sure to signal your intentions to other drivers. 4. Maintain a Steady Speed: Keep a consistent speed within the roundabout. This helps with the flow of traffic and prevents accidents. Avoid stopping inside the roundabout, except to avoid a collision. 5. Exiting the Roundabout: Signal right as you approach your exit. This lets other drivers know your intention and helps with traffic flow. Once you exit, make sure to yield to any pedestrians and cyclists crossing the exit. For more detailed guidance on navigating roundabouts: How to Drive in a Roundabout - Nationwide: https://lnkd.in/dZ2Ungvx. Roundabout: A Safer Choice – Federal Highway Administration: https://lnkd.in/dzyPkZqq Roundabout Drivers – Georgia Department of Transportation: https://lnkd.in/dtXgZjNV Understanding and correctly navigating roundabouts can significantly enhance road safety and traffic efficiency. They reduce the likelihood of high-speed collisions and improve the flow of traffic, making journeys smoother for everyone. Join us next Tuesday for more #TechTips from our civil, environmental, and transportation engineering professionals at GWES! #TechTipTuesday #Roundabouts #TrafficSafety #DrivingTips

Have you ever wondered how traffic seamlessly merges and diverges on high-speed roads? Let's dive into the world of transition and lane change markings - the unsung heroes of our highways! What are they? These markings are like traffic conductors, silently guiding vehicles through acceleration and deceleration lanes, helping them enter and exit intersections safely. They're the reason you don't feel like you're playing a real-life game of Frogger every time you merge onto a highway! Where do we find them? - High-speed roads - Slip roads - Diverging and merging locations - Intersections Why are they important? These markings create safe negotiating angles for smooth divergence and convergence. They're basically the difference between a graceful dance and a chaotic mosh pit on the road! Types of Transition Markings: -> Diagonal and Chevron Marking: The arrow-like guides -> Continuity Markings: The "keep going" signals -> Lane Change & Merging/Diverging Markings: The "it's safe to move over" indicators -> Hatch Markings: The "don't drive here" warnings Next time you're on the road, keep an eye out for these markings. They're working hard to keep you safe and your journey smooth! Remember: Understanding road markings isn't just for new drivers. Even seasoned road warriors can benefit from a refresher on these silent safety features. #RoadSafety #TrafficFlow #HighwaySafety #DriveSmart

Pedestrian Bridges make cities less walkable. The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy knows what they are talking about "Pedestrian bridges do not encourage walkable, livable communities, nor do they improve road safety for drivers or cyclists. Separating people from the street reinforces the prioritization of motor vehicles, while encouraging speeding, driver negligence, and traffic fatalities." #walkability #pedestriancentric #humancities #peoplefirst #sustainablecities #pedestrians

🚨 𝐖𝐡𝐨’𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐭? 🚨 Imagine this scenario: A lorry approaches a busy urban junction, carefully maneuvering through with a sizeable trailer in tow. Just as it starts to cross, a cyclist appears, attempting to make their way through the same space. The two collide, fortunately, with no serious injuries, but it’s a close call that could have ended very differently. Here’s the big question: Who’s at fault? 🚴 Some might argue that cyclists need to take extra caution, especially around larger vehicles with limited visibility. 🚛 Others believe that drivers, particularly of heavy goods vehicles, should bear the responsibility of anticipating these situations in urban areas where mixed traffic flows are common. With more cyclists and e-scooters sharing the road, are incidents like this inevitable, or can better awareness and infrastructure prevent them? 💬 Share your views in the comments, whether you’re a driver, cyclist, or simply a road user. This isn’t about pointing fingers; it’s about fostering awareness and finding solutions for a safer road environment for all. 👉 So, who’s at fault here? And what can be done to avoid these close calls in the future? Steven Zwinkels what's your thoughts? #RoadSafety #Cyclists #LorryDrivers #UrbanTraffic #RoadAwareness #LetsDiscuss

Resharing this because I think it raises an important question: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭?  🤔 In the aftermath, we tend to focus on damage reports, repair costs, and timelines, but rarely on the emotional impact on the person behind the wheel. Is this perhaps a sign of how we view driver wellbeing in general? 🛣️💭 No driver leaves home 🏠 intending to cause harm. Yet, when an incident occurs, they’re often left dealing with a array of emotions including stress, anger, embarrassment, frustration and blame. These feelings don’t just disappear; they linger, sometimes affecting focus and safety on the road for days or weeks. Are we doing enough to support drivers after a stressful event? 💡 Should wellbeing play a more prominent role in fleet management discussions? 🚛💙 #driverwellbeing #riskmanagement #fleetinsurance #driversafety #roadsafety

🔰 NEW BLOG 🔹️ Why You Should Know How to Read a Road Map 👉🏾 It may seem like a relic of the past, but reading a road map shouldn’t be overlooked, especially for truckers and those who spend their time traversing the US. 👉🏾 Why are road maps important for drivers and truckers, and how exactly do you read one? We’re here to help you look like a hero the next time the GPS fails, and the only option for navigation is the paper road map shoved into the glove box. ⤵️ By Nina Mrdja #roadmap #road #gps #gpstracker #gpstracking #trucking #truckers #truckerslife #armadatrucking #blog #viralblog

📌 Types of Traffic Signs and Meaning: Go Head Sign: Indicates traffic can proceed. Two Way Sign: Warns of opposing traffic. Slippery Road Sign: Warns of slippery conditions. Falling Rock Sign: Warns of falling rocks. Digging Man Sign: Indicates construction or accident ahead. Left Turn Sign: Directs traffic straight or left. No Pedestrian Sign: Prohibits pedestrians. Winding Road Sign: Indicates multiple curves. No Bicycle Sign: Prohibits bicycles. Crosswalk Sign: Alerts drivers to pedestrians. No Littering Sign: Reminds not to litter. No Parking Sign: Prohibits parking. Children Crossing Sign: Warns of children crossing. No Walk Sign: Indicates unsafe to cross. Zig Zag Road Sign: No stopping or parking. Traffic Light Sign: Controls traffic flow. No Vehicle Sign: Prohibits certain vehicles. Ground Risk Sign: Warns of vehicles getting stuck. Parking Lot Sign: Provides parking information. Staggered Junction Sign: Indicates multiple lanes. Narrow Road Sign: Warns of narrow road. Stop Sign: Requires complete stop. Speed Limit Sign: Indicates maximum speed. Horse Crossing Sign: Warns of horse crossing. Airport Sign: Indicates airport nearby. No Waiting Sign: Allows brief stops. Tram Crossing Sign: Warns of tram crossings. Curved Road Sign: Warns of road curves. #SafetyFirst #SafetyAlways #Engineering ##Technology #Science #Innovations

🚨ROAD SAFETY NEWS REVIEW / TUESDAY 13TH AUGUST 2024🚨 We look under the bonnet of 3 big road safety news stories that caught our eye over the past few days…👀 🗞NEWS ITEM 1️⃣: First up, our friends at VivaCity have partnered with Glasgow City Council to improve traffic flow and road safety with their AI-powered tech.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 It’ll be fascinating the see the outcomes of this intervention. Good luck to all involved!👏🏼 https://lnkd.in/eH3JcNYH 🗞NEWS ITEM 2️⃣: New research has found that the #1 cause of road collisions in Great Britain is driver error or reaction, which caused a whopping 105,244 accidents in the last reported year.😫 In comparison, just 16,054 collisions were caused by the road environment, meaning drivers are to blame for a huge 147% more accidents.📈 Find out the rest here...👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/ez2kfs2u 🗞NEWS ITEM 3️⃣: And finally… a road safety campaigner from Llanelli has dressed up as traffic lights to keep her community safe.🚦 Faye Davies said🗣: "If you stood here for half an hour, it's absolutely shocking. That's why I've taken action. The countless times I've seen a child almost being knocked over and I work full time but I've still seen so many near misses because it's not just a normal street, it's one of the main roads down to Llanelli beach."🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 We love this! Good on you, Faye.😍 https://lnkd.in/eN5ig7Kf --------------- 🗣GET IN TOUCH!🗣 Let's improve the UK's road safety together.🫱🏼🫲🏾 To find out more about our data-rich, rewards-based driver app… give us a follow, visit https://lnkd.in/e2w5Vbva or get in touch at info@saferoadschallenge.uk 🚘 🏍 🚚 🇬🇧 #RewardingMindfulDriving #RoadSafety #DriveResponsibly #NoMoreRTCs #DriverTech #EarnRewards #UnderTheBonnet #VisionZero

Pedestrian crossing locations at roundabouts should achieve a balance between pedestrian convenience, pedestrian safety, and roundabout operations. Pedestrians generally want crossing locations as close as practical to the roundabout to minimize out-of-direction travel. The further the crossing is from the roundabout, the more likely it is that pedestrians will choose a shorter route that may present unintended conflicts. Both crossing location and crossing distance are important considerations. Crossing distance should be minimized to reduce exposure to pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. #trafficengineer #transportaion #transportationengineering #trafficengineering #roadsafety #trafficsignals #advancedtrafficmanagementsysten #ITS #ATMS

🚗 Parking lot arrows are important for guiding drivers. ➡️ They enhance smooth traffic flow and help prevent accidents in your parking lot. 🛑 Arrows contribute to making your lot safe and well-organized. ✅ #ParkingLotStriping #TrafficFlow #ParkingLotSafety #ArrowStriping #LotOrganization #SafeParking #ParkingLotDesign #SmoothTraffic #BusinessParking #StripingExperts