5.2 - Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSIs)
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Practice Questions
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What are Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSIs)?
💡 Hint: Think about how they assist navigation.
Name the two types of TGSIs.
💡 Hint: Consider the purposes each type serves.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What are directional tactile tiles primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about their shape.
True or False: Warning tactile tiles are smooth to the touch.
💡 Hint: Recall what they are designed to do.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a square meter of a public space that needs to include both types of TGSIs. Consider the layout and placement for maximum effectiveness and safety. Describe your design.
💡 Hint: Think about how pedestrians move and where hazards might be.
Evaluate a public transport station for TGSIs effectiveness. What would you look for and how would you assess if the TGSIs are well-implemented?
💡 Hint: Consider both the physical attributes and user experiences.
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