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16. Road markings

Road markings are essential for guiding and controlling traffic on highways, serving as psychological barriers that delineate traffic paths and enhance safety. They encompass various types, including longitudinal and transverse markings, object markings, and word messages, all aimed at ensuring smooth and safe vehicular movement. Understanding these markings allows for better traffic management and pedestrian safety.

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Sections

  • 37

    Road Markings

    Road markings guide and control traffic on highways, supplementing traffic signs and ensuring safety.

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  • 37.1

    Overview

    Road markings guide and control traffic, supporting signs and enhancing safety on highways.

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  • 37.2

    Classification Of Road Markings

    This section categorizes various types of road markings used for traffic control, guidance, and safety.

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  • 37.3

    Longitudinal Markings

    This section details longitudinal markings on roadways used to guide and control traffic flow.

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  • 37.3.1

    Centre Line

    The centre line is a critical road marking that separates opposing streams of traffic, guiding safe vehicle movement.

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  • 37.3.2

    Traffic Lane Lines

    This section discusses the purpose and significance of traffic lane lines in roadway design, highlighting their role in enhancing safety and traffic flow.

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  • 37.3.3

    No Passing Zones

    No passing zones on roads indicate areas where overtaking is prohibited for safety reasons.

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  • 37.3.4

    Warning Lines

    Warning lines are broken lines indicating caution for drivers approaching obstructions, marked predominantly on curves.

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  • 37.3.5

    Edge Lines

    Edge lines indicate the boundaries of rural roads without curbs, helping drivers navigate safely.

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  • 37.4

    Transverse Markings

    Transverse markings are crucial road markings located across the direction of traffic, primarily at intersections, to enhance safety and guidance for both drivers and pedestrians.

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  • 37.4.1

    Stop Line

    Stop lines guide vehicles on when to stop at intersections or controls.

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  • 37.4.2

    Pedestrian Crossings

    Pedestrian crossings are crucial markings on roads that indicate safe areas for pedestrians to cross, especially at intersections.

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  • 37.4.3

    Directional Arrows

    Directional arrows guide drivers in the correct lane when approaching intersections, ensuring safe navigation.

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  • 37.5

    Object Marking

    Object marking ensures the visibility of physical obstructions on the road to promote safe traffic flow.

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  • 37.5.1

    Objects Within The Carriageway

    This section discusses the importance and guidelines for marking physical obstructions within the carriageway to ensure safety for road users.

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  • 37.5.2

    Objects Adjacent To Carriageway

    This section details how objects adjacent to the carriageway should be marked to ensure safety for traffic flow.

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  • 37.6

    Word Messages

    Word messages on road surfaces help guide and regulate traffic effectively.

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  • 37.7

    Parking

    Parking markings on urban roads promote efficient use of parking spaces, preventing encroachment on areas where parking is undesirable.

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  • 37.8

    Hazardous Location

    Road markings are essential in warning drivers about changes in road conditions, particularly at hazardous locations such as width transitions.

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  • 37.9

    Summary

    Road markings are crucial for guiding traffic and enhancing road safety.

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  • 37.10

    Problems

    This section addresses various problems related to road markings, assessing their effectiveness and addressing safety concerns.

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References

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