01 Pedestrian signal head indications shall have the following meanings: Standard: 23 If a leading pedestrian interval is used, consideration should be given to prohibiting turns across the crosswalk during the leading pedestrian interval. 11 At certain locations, a supplemental sign in a more visible location may be used to call attention to the pedestrian pushbutton. Pedestrians may be provided with additional features such as increased crossing time, audible beaconing, or a speech pushbutton information message as a result of an extended pushbutton press. For crosswalks where the pedestrian enters the crosswalk more than 100 feet from the pedestrian signal head indications, the symbols should be at least 9 inches high. Tactile maps of crosswalks may also be provided. By combining the information from the pushbutton message or Braille label, the tactile arrow aligned in the direction of travel on the relevant crosswalk, and the speech walk message, pedestrians with visual disabilities are able to correctly respond to speech walk messages even if there are two pushbuttons on the same pole. 20 If a leading pedestrian interval is used, the use of accessible pedestrian signals (see Sections 4E.09 through 4E.13) should be considered. As of May 2018, 73 of Madison's 386 signalized intersections have accessible pedestrian signals. If used, special purpose pushbuttons (to be operated only by authorized persons) should include a housing capable of being locked to prevent access by the general public and do not need an instructional sign. 09 Figure 4E-4 shows typical pedestrian pushbutton locations for a variety of situations. A flashing WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication has no meaning and shall not be used. 01 Pedestrian signal heads shall be used in conjunction with vehicular traffic control signals under any of the following conditions: Guidance: Web1) you're just learning to drive 2) a tailgating driver has closed your rear zone 3) you're approaching a line of sight restriction 4) traction is low 5) you're carrying a heavy load 6) WebPedestrian Clearance Interval Also generally known as Flashing Dont Walk (FDW). Standard: When pedestrian signal heads are used, a WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication shall be displayed only when pedestrians are permitted to leave the curb or shoulder. The sum of the time of the pedestrian change interval and the buffer interval shall not be less than the calculated pedestrian clearance time (see Paragraphs 7 through 16). Speech walk messages shall be used only at intersections where it is technically infeasible to install two accessible pedestrian signals at one corner separated by a distance of at least 10 feet. 04 Countdown pedestrian signals shall consist of Portland orange numbers that are at least 6 inches in height on a black opaque background. 12 If used, the animated eyes symbol shall consist of an outline of a pair of white steadily-illuminated eyes with white eyeballs that scan from side to side at a rate of approximately once per second. Where two accessible pedestrian signals are separated by a distance of at least 10 feet, the audible walk indication shall be a percussive tone. Guidance: Standard: 06 Where there are physical constraints that make it impractical to place the pedestrian pushbutton between 1.5 and 6 feet from the edge of the curb, shoulder, or pavement, it should not be farther than 10 feet from the edge of curb, shoulder, or pavement. Information regarding reach ranges can be found in the "Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG)" (see Section 1A.11). Passive pedestrian detection may also be used to automatically adjust the pedestrian clearance time based on the pedestrian's actual walking speed or actual clearance of the crosswalk. 02 If pedestrian signal heads are mounted on the same support as vehicular signal heads, there shall be a physical separation between them. Passive pedestrian detection may also be used to automatically adjust the pedestrian clearance time based on the pedestrian's actual walking speed or actual clearance of the crosswalk. Support: If a traffic control signal is justified by an engineering study and meets either Warrant 4, Pedestrian Volume or Warrant 5, School Crossing (see. Walk sign is on to cross Broadway. Speech messages might be either directly audible or transmitted, requiring a personal receiver to hear the message. Guidance: Furthermore, low traffic volumes might make it difficult for pedestrians who have visual disabilities to discern signal phase changes. The total of the walk interval and pedestrian clearance time should be sufficient to allow a pedestrian crossing in the crosswalk who left the pedestrian detector (or, if no pedestrian detector is present, a location 6 feet from the face of the curb or from the edge of the pavement) at the beginning of the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication to travel at a walking speed of 3 feet per second to the far side of the traveled way being crossed or to the median if a two-stage pedestrian crossing sequence is used. Longer walk intervals are often used when the duration of the vehicular green phase associated with the pedestrian crossing is long enough to allow it. Support: Standard: 03 Chapter 4F contains information regarding the use of pedestrian hybrid beacons and Chapter 4N contains information regarding the use of In-Roadway Warning Lights at unsignalized marked crosswalks. They shall begin with the term "Wait," followed by intersection identification information modeled after: "Wait to cross Broadway at Grand." Guidance: Vibrotactile indications provide information to pedestrians who are blind and deaf and are also used by pedestrians who are blind or who have low vision to confirm the walk signal in noisy situations. 07 Audible beaconing may be provided in several ways, any of which are initiated by an extended pushbutton press. US DOT Home | FHWA Home | MUTCD Home | Operations Home | Privacy Policy, United States Department of Transportation - Federal Highway Administration. 07 Section 4E.11 contains additional provisions regarding the volume and sound level of pushbutton locator tones. WebA steady UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication means that a pedestrian shall not enter the roadway in the direction of the signal indication. 08 Accessible pedestrian signal detectors may be pushbuttons or passive detection devices. ", 19 Speech walk messages that are used at intersections having exclusive pedestrian phasing shall be patterned after the model: "Walk sign is on for all crossings.". If the pedestrian signal indication is so bright that it causes excessive glare in nighttime conditions, some form of automatic dimming should be used to reduce the brilliance of the signal indication. After the countdown displays zero, the display shall remain dark until the beginning of the next countdown. 3. Standard: ", Option: Additionally, orientation and mobility specialists or similar staff also might be able to provide a wide range of advice. At intersections equipped with pedestrian signal heads, the pedestrian signal indications shall be displayed except when the vehicular traffic control signal is being operated in the flashing mode. 02 When the pedestrian signal heads associated with a crosswalk are displaying either a steady WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) or a flashing UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication, a steady or a flashing red signal indication shall be shown to any conflicting vehicular movement that is approaching the intersection or midblock location perpendicular or nearly perpendicular to the crosswalk. WebPedestrian signals consist of walk and don't walk signals or the international symbols displaying a person walking for the walk indication, and a hand for the don't walk indication. Another feature, which the City recently added at some intersections, is a "countdown" timer which coincides with the flashing "DON'T WALK." 08 Where there are physical constraints on a particular corner that make it impractical to provide the 10-foot separation between the two pedestrian pushbuttons, the pushbuttons may be placed closer together or on the same pole. A flashing UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication means that a pedestrian shall not start to cross the roadway in the direction of the signal indication, but that any pedestrian who has already started to cross on a steady WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication shall proceed to the far side of the traveled way of the street or highway, unless otherwise directed by a traffic control device to proceed only to the median of a divided highway or only to some other island or pedestrian refuge area. Pedestrian signal heads used at crosswalks where the pedestrian change interval is 7 seconds or less may include a pedestrian change interval countdown display in order to inform pedestrians of the number of seconds remaining in the pedestrian change interval. These signal indications consist of the illuminated symbols of a WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) and an UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK). WebThe pedestrian phase consists of three intervals: walk; pedestrian clearance, commonly referred to as flashing dont walk (FDW); and solid dont walk. 16 If used, a pilot light or other means of indication installed with a pedestrian pushbutton shall not be illuminated until actuation. Support: Guidance: Standard: Standard: At accessible pedestrian signal locations where pedestrian pushbuttons are used, each pushbutton shall activate both the walk interval and the accessible pedestrian signals. Speech walk messages communicate to pedestrians which street has the walk interval. Following the pedestrian change interval, a buffer interval consisting of a steady UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication shall be displayed for at least 3 seconds prior to the release of any conflicting vehicular movement. WebYou can request the installation of an Accessible Pedestrian Signal in your neighbourhood or on your route. At intersections where a diagonal pedestrian crossing is allowed, or where one street receives a WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication simultaneously with another street. An alert tone can be particularly useful if the walk tone is not easily audible in some traffic conditions. 02 If a two-section pedestrian signal head is used, the UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal section shall be mounted directly above the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal section. If you have any questions about pedestrian signals, please contact City of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Traffic Engineering at 402-441-7711. 22 A speech walk message is not required at times when the walk interval is not timing, but, if provided: 23 If a pilot light (see Section 4E.08) is used at an accessible pedestrian signal location, each actuation shall be accompanied by the speech message "wait. Call 905-546-4376 Email TrafficOps@hamilton.ca As part of the Accessible Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), all new signalized intersections in Hamilton will be outfitted with Accessible Pedestrian Pushbuttons (APS). 06 Audible beaconing should only be considered following an engineering study at: Option: If used with a pedestrian signal head that does not have a concurrent vehicular phase, the pedestrian clearance interval (flashing UPRAISED HAND) should be set to be approximately 4 seconds less than the required pedestrian crossing time (see. Pushbutton locator tones shall have a duration of 0.15 seconds or less, and shall repeat at 1-second intervals. Standard: WebA flashing "DON'T WALK" pedestrian signal indicates that: A. the signal light will soon be yellow B. no pedestrian will cross the street C. you should prepare to slow D. your 13 At accessible pedestrian signal locations where pedestrian pushbuttons are used, each pushbutton shall activate both the walk interval and the accessible pedestrian signals. Speech walk messages should not state or imply a command to the pedestrian, such as "Cross Broadway now." WebThe pedestrian clearance interval consists of a flashing "Don't Walk" signal. If it is necessary to assist pedestrians in deciding when to begin crossing the roadway in the chosen direction or if engineering judgment determines that pedestrian signal heads are justified to minimize vehicle-pedestrian conflicts; If pedestrians are permitted to cross a portion of a street, such as to or from a median of sufficient width for pedestrians to wait, during a particular interval but are not permitted to cross the remainder of the street during any part of the same interval; and/or. If the pedestrian clearance time is sufficient only to cross from the curb or shoulder to a median of sufficient width for pedestrians to wait and accessible pedestrian detectors are used, an additional accessible pedestrian detector shall be provided in the median. Option: If speech pushbutton information messages are made available by actuating the accessible pedestrian signal detector, they shall only be actuated when the walk interval is not timing. WebA sign is normally mounted above the pedestrian detector explaining its purpose, and the position of the push button will tell which crosswalk signal is activated by which push-button. Standard: 14 Speech walk messages communicate to pedestrians which street has the walk interval. Because of this, tones are the preferred means of providing audible walk indications except where two accessible pedestrian signals on one corner are not separated by a distance of at least 10 feet. If audible beaconing is used, the volume of the pushbutton locator tone during the pedestrian change interval of the called pedestrian phase shall be increased and operated in one of the following ways: Speech pushbutton information messages may provide intersection identification, as well as information about unusual intersection signalization and geometry, such as notification regarding exclusive pedestrian phasing, leading pedestrian intervals, split phasing, diagonal crosswalks, and medians or islands. Option: WebPedestrian signal indicators consist of symbols displaying a person walking for "WALK" displayed in white, and a hand for "DON'T WALK" displayed in orange. Pedestrians who have not entered the road yet must push the activation button and await the next WALK signal. If no vehicular signal indications are visible to pedestrians, or if the vehicular signal indications that are visible to pedestrians starting a crossing provide insufficient guidance for them to decide when to begin crossing the roadway in the chosen direction, such as on one-way streets, at T-intersections, or at multi-phase signal operations. If a two-section pedestrian signal head is used, the UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal section shall be mounted directly above the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal section. Standard: The provisions in this Section place pedestrian pushbuttons within easy reach of pedestrians who are intending to cross each crosswalk and make it obvious which pushbutton is associated with each crosswalk. 09 The additional time provided by an extended pushbutton press to satisfy pedestrian clearance time needs may be added to either the walk interval or the pedestrian change interval. The animated eyes symbol shall be at least 12 inches wide with each eye having a width of at least 5 inches and a height of at least 2.5 inches. 15 If used, special purpose pushbuttons (to be operated only by authorized persons) should include a housing capable of being locked to prevent access by the general public and do not need an instructional sign. Longer walk intervals are often used when the duration of the vehicular green phase associated with the pedestrian crossing is long enough to allow it. These signal indications consist of the illuminated symbols of a WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) and an UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK). Speech walk messages that are used at intersections having pedestrian phasing that is concurrent with vehicular phasing shall be patterned after the model: "Broadway. Support: 17 Where median-mounted pedestrian signals and detectors are provided, the use of accessible pedestrian signals (see Sections 4E.09 through 4E.13) should be considered. Unobstructed and adjacent to a level all-weather surface to provide access from a wheelchair; Where there is an all-weather surface, a wheelchair accessible route from the pushbutton to the ramp; Between the edge of the crosswalk line (extended) farthest from the center of the intersection and the side of a curb ramp (if present), but not greater than 5 feet from said crosswalk line; Between 1.5 and 6 feet from the edge of the curb, shoulder, or pavement; With the face of the pushbutton parallel to the crosswalk to be used; and. Accessible pedestrian signal detectors may be pushbuttons or passive detection devices. 10 Automatic volume adjustment in response to ambient traffic sound level shall be provided up to a maximum volume of 100 dBA. Countdown displays shall not be used during the walk interval or during the red clearance interval of a concurrent vehicular phase. Support: At those times, the pedestrian signal indications shall not be displayed. Walk sign is on to cross Broadway. If speech walk messages are used to communicate the walk interval, they shall provide a clear message that the walk interval is in effect, as well as to which crossing it applies. They shall begin with the term "Wait," followed by intersection identification information modeled after: "Wait to cross Broadway at Grand." Guidance: The volume of audible walk indications and pushbutton locator tones (see. Research indicates that a rapid tick tone for each crossing coming from accessible pedestrian signal devices on separated poles located close to each crosswalk provides unambiguous information to pedestrians who are blind or visually impaired. 16 Where the pedestrian clearance time is sufficient only for crossing from the curb or shoulder to a median of sufficient width for pedestrians to wait, median-mounted pedestrian signals (with pedestrian detectors if actuated operation is used) shall be provided (see Sections 4E.08 and 4E.09) and signing such as the R10-3d sign (see Section 2B.52) shall be provided to notify pedestrians to cross only to the median to await the next WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication. Pedestrians who are currently crossing may continue across the road. The existing environment is often not sufficient to provide the information that pedestrians who have visual disabilities need to cross a roadway at a signalized location. 01 Technology that provides different sounds for each non-concurrent signal phase has frequently been found to provide ambiguous information. 03 The WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication shall be white, conforming to the publication entitled "Pedestrian Traffic Control Signal Indications" (see Section 1A.11), with all except the symbol obscured by an opaque material. Pedestrian control signals. Not all crosswalks at an intersection need audible beaconing; audible beaconing can actually cause confusion if used at all crosswalks at some intersections. At those times, the pedestrian signal indications shall not be displayed. When not illuminated, the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) and UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) symbols shall not be readily visible to pedestrians at the far end of the crosswalk that the pedestrian signal head indications control. When used, accessible pedestrian signals shall be used in combination with pedestrian signal timing. Vibrotactile indications provide information to pedestrians who are blind and deaf and are also used by pedestrians who are blind or who have low vision to confirm the walk signal in noisy situations. The louder locator tone comes from an additional speaker that is aimed at the center of the crosswalk and that is mounted on a pedestrian signal head. The symbol designs that are set forth in the "Standard Highway Signs and Markings" book (see Section 1A.11) shall be used. Guidance: A red flashing DONT WALK or flashing UPRAISED HAND means that no pedestrian should enter the roadway at this time. Pedestrian signal head indications shall have the following meanings: Pedestrian signal heads shall be used in conjunction with vehicular traffic control signals under any of the following conditions: Pedestrian signal heads should be used under any of the following conditions: Pedestrian signal heads may be used under other conditions based on engineering judgment. If used, the animated eyes symbol shall consist of an outline of a pair of white steadily-illuminated eyes with white eyeballs that scan from side to side at a rate of approximately once per second. 03 Vibrotactile walk indications shall be provided by a tactile arrow on the pushbutton (see Section 4E.12) that vibrates during the walk interval. A flashing WALK signal indicates that the pedestrian crossing phase is nearing completion and a DONT WALK sign will soon be displayed. 11 The name of the street to be crossed may also be provided in accessible format, such as Braille or raised print. If a particular signalized location presents difficulties for pedestrians who have visual disabilities to cross the roadway, an engineering study should be conducted that considers the needs of pedestrians in general, as well as the information needs of pedestrians with visual disabilities. 12 The positioning of pedestrian pushbuttons and the legends on the pedestrian pushbutton signs shall clearly indicate which crosswalk signal is actuated by each pedestrian pushbutton. Additional information on the structure and wording of speech pushbutton information messages is included in ITE's "Electronic Toolbox for Making Intersections More Accessible for Pedestrians Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired," which is available at ITE's website (see Page i). 03 If a particular signalized location presents difficulties for pedestrians who have visual disabilities to cross the roadway, an engineering study should be conducted that considers the needs of pedestrians in general, as well as the information needs of pedestrians with visual disabilities. During this interval pedestrians should complete their crossing, however, they should not begin crossing on the flashing "Don't Walk" signal. They have a pushbutton locator tone and tactile arrow, and can include audible beaconing and other special features. A flashing WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication has no meaning and shall not be used. The information provided by an accessible pedestrian signal shall clearly indicate which pedestrian crossing is served by each device. 04 Audible beaconing is the use of an audible signal in such a way that pedestrians with visual disabilities can home in on the signal that is located on the far end of the crosswalk as they cross the street. After the countdown displays zero, the display shall remain dark until the beginning of the next countdown. Pushbutton locator tones shall be intensity responsive to ambient sound, and be audible 6 to 12 feet from the pushbutton, or to the building line, whichever is less. Furthermore, low traffic volumes might make it difficult for pedestrians who have visual disabilities to discern signal phase changes. Standard: Support: Where engineering judgment determines that multi-phase signal indications (as with split-phase timing) would tend to confuse or cause conflicts with pedestrians using a crosswalk guided only by vehicular signal indications. At a mounting height of approximately 3.5 feet, but no more than 4 feet, above the sidewalk. Following the pedestrian change interval, a buffer interval consisting of a steady UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication shall be displayed for at least 3 seconds prior to the release of any conflicting vehicular movement. At certain locations, a supplemental sign in a more visible location may be used to call attention to the pedestrian pushbutton. 07 Except as provided in Paragraph 8, the pedestrian clearance time should be sufficient to allow a pedestrian crossing in the crosswalk who left the curb or shoulder at the end of the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication to travel at a walking speed of 3.5 feet per second to at least the far side of the traveled way or to a median of sufficient width for pedestrians to wait. Issued by FHWA. If you have entered the 03 If two accessible pedestrian pushbuttons are placed less than 10 feet apart or on the same pole, each accessible pedestrian pushbutton shall be provided with the following features (see Sections 4E.11 through 4E.13): 04 If the pedestrian clearance time is sufficient only to cross from the curb or shoulder to a median of sufficient width for pedestrians to wait and accessible pedestrian detectors are used, an additional accessible pedestrian detector shall be provided in the median. Guidance: If pedestrian signal heads are mounted on the same support as vehicular signal heads, there shall be a physical separation between them. Accessible pedestrian signals shall have an audible walk indication during the walk interval only. Except as provided in. ", Following the audible walk indication, accessible pedestrian signals shall revert to the pushbutton locator tone (see. WebStiff joints and muscles can make it harder to check traffic. If a leading pedestrian interval is used without accessible features, pedestrians who are visually impaired can be expected to begin crossing at the onset of the vehicular movement when drivers are not expecting them to begin crossing. A pedestrian change interval consisting of a flashing UPRAISED HAND (symbolizing DONT WALK) signal indication shall begin immediately following the WALKING PERSON (symbolizing WALK) signal indication. Standard: Option: The use of additional pedestrian detectors on islands or medians where a pedestrian might become stranded should be considered. What are the keys to staying fit? The louder audible walk indication and louder locator tone comes from the far end of the crosswalk, as pedestrians cross the street, The louder locator tone comes from both ends of the crosswalk, or. Support:

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