Road signs play a significant role in traffic safety. They are divided into several types. In this article, we will explain the role they play.
Road signs are a clear means of communication
One of the main functions of traffic signs is to communicate with drivers to clarify road rules and warnings, such as the speed limit that drivers must adhere to, and the presence of certain dangerous areas. Therefore, traffic signs are a clear and understandable means of communicating information and instructions to road users.
Enhancing traffic safety through road signs
Traffic signs play an important role in enhancing traffic safety. For all road users: motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. Some traffic signs alert drivers to potentially dangerous areas such as pedestrian zones or road repair and work zones.
The role of signs in facilitating traffic flow
In addition to enhancing traffic safety and saving lives, traffic signs also facilitate traffic flow. It’s not just about saving lives and protecting them from danger. Not wasting time and effort in traffic congestion is also an essential function of traffic signs.
How road signs play a role in traffic safety
For traffic signs to play their role in traffic safety efficiently, traffic signs must be characterized by several things.
High reflectivity
The clarity of traffic signs is key to ensuring that drivers follow instructions. we determine the visibility of traffic signs by their degree of reflectivity. The manufacturer covers the plates with reflective films and the degree of reflectivity varies depending on the colour as well as the time of day, with the degree of reflectivity at night being greater than the degree of reflectivity during the day.
Durability
If the factory manufactures traffic signs from poor quality materials, the signs will quickly damaged. Therefore, traffic signs must be manufactured from high-quality materials so that the signs are highly durable and resistant to weathering and climate change. This ensures that the traffic signs have a long lifespan.
Place of installation
We must install Traffic signs in the correct place on the road so that they are clear and visible to drivers. Thus, the driver can follow them and understand what required of him by the sign.
Conformity to specifications
One of the fundamental requirements for designing traffic safety systems and products is to comply with local and international specifications. This ensures their efficiency and effectiveness once installed. We published an article explaining some of the specifications for traffic signs as per Saudi Road Code 602 that must be adhered to for approval by the relevant authorities, such as the Ministry of Transportation and Logistics.
Road signs from Shawahid are becoming everywhere.
The traffic signs manufactured by Shawahid Industrial Roads Co. have been approved by the Ministry of Transportation and Logistics. They have also been required by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through road authorities to be used in various projects around Saudi Arabia.
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