RSA Overview of Field Review

SAFETY FIRST!• Use common sense.

• Don’t put yourself in a dangerous situation.

• Stay with the group

Process• Walk site to identify safety issues• Visit site under various conditions• Document issues through:– Sketches and Photos– Detailed notes

Note: you may assign a secretary and photographer

Process• Identify Positive Features– Good safety design features– Safety mitigation features already in place

Overarching Considerations• Consider range of behaviors– Children vs. Adults– Various hearing, vision, cognitive, and

mobility levels

Overarching Considerations• Consider visibility of all users– Daytime vs. Nighttime– Busy locations: intersections

Overarching Considerations• Consider land use and project limits– How does land use affect safety– Facilities should connect at project limits

Field Visit Background

• 2 Locations– Main Street- McElhaney Rd/Center Street– Main Street- S. Poinsett Hwy/State Park Road

Main Street- McElhaney Rd/Center Street

Main Street- S. Poinsett Hwy/State Park Road

Questions?