Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation in Work Zones
Chapter 21
Lesson Outline
- Problems of pedestrians and bicyclists in work areas.
- Work-zone elements that might alleviate the problems.
Planning and Design Elements
- Advance warning and guidance.
- Illumination and reflectorization.
- Separation of pedestrians and bicyclists from vehicular traffic.
- Accommodation of people with disabilities.
Sidewalk Closure and Pedestrian Detour Example
Construction Sign Placement for Accessibility
Planning and Design Elements
- Accommodating the visually impaired.
- Surface irregularities.
- Temporary walkways or bikeways.
Temporary Pedestrian Routes
Lesson Summary
- Work areas can be very unfriendly places for pedestrians and bicyclists.
- There are ways to accommodate all types of traffic in a work area.
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