I have seen these in exits where the pedestrian route is extremely
narrow or obstructed so they become a hazard to disabled people who
have to use this space. It is also a problem for children and older
people who may not notice them.
I agree with Jane also, particularly about the grey which is not
contrasted with the roadway.
I'm not sure that they are a good solution to controlling traffic
flow and wonder if there are other solutions. If it is intended to
force vehicles to go one way only, couldn't there be a better signage
system and perhaps adjust the design of exits and entrances.
Best wishes
Flick
At 17:04 18/03/2008, you wrote:
>Traffic flow plates are designed to control traffic flow by allowing
>vehicles to pass over them in just one direction. They provide a simple,
>low cost, unattended means, of preventing vehicles from entering a site,
>car park, etc. via a designated exit point.
>
>There is a proposal to install these at the exit to the Civic Centre
>public car park. I am concerned about the problems for a number of
>disabled people especially those with visual impairments. Should I insist
>the plates cannot be crossed by pedestrians and if any suggestions please?
>Or maybe you have evidence that they should not be used at all?
>
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