Category: Resources
Mid-Block Crosswalk Accessibility Requirements Map
All pedestrian facilities—especially crosswalks—must be able to accommodate everyone, no matter their capability. Formally established as a requirement by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, standards such as the ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) 11th Ed. detail various design and […]
New webinars! RRFB bootcamp 2026: MUTCD changes + crosswalk lighting
Join Carmanah’s experts for a two-part ultimate RRFB webinar series. These webinars will cover: Attendees will receive a 1-hour professional development hour (PDH) certificate upon completing each webinar. Part 1 RRFB overview given by industry leader Aaron Lockwood, including changes from the MUTCD 11th edition. Part 2 Let Greg Miller take you on a deep […]
New webinar! Lighting the way: How crosswalk illumination enhances RRFB performance
When it comes to pedestrian safety, visibility is everything, especially at night. Join Carmanah’s experts for a deep dive into how crosswalk lighting can dramatically improve the effectiveness of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and help drivers better detect pedestrians in dark conditions. This webinar will cover: Whether you’re new to lighting design or a seasoned […]
How SPEEDCHECK-MX keeps students safe and enforcement costs low in Colwood, BC
Where: Colwood, British Columbia, Canada Product: SPEEDCHECK-MX Vehicle Speed Feedback Signs Client: City of Colwood Distributor: ATS Traffic Colwood’s Sangster Elementary School sits along Metchosin Road, a 50 km/h thoroughfare with two schools in short succession. British Columbia law dictates reduced speed limits from 8 am to 5 pm in school zones, but playground zones have reduced […]
Connected Beacons Transform School Zone Maintenance in Arlington, TX
Location: Arlington, Texas Overview Like school zones nationwide, Arlington Classics Academy, between Dallas and Fort Worth, grapples with dangerous speeding drivers. To help drivers self-correct, flashing beacons with school speed limit signs were installed in the early 2000s. The beacons themselves were effective, but in recent years, the school has experienced frequent closures, making traditional, […]
Radar Speed Sign Application Guide
Use this visual radar speed sign installation guide for the most common applications on your streets, including recommendations for: Placement and detection of radar speed signs based on driver perception/reaction ranges at various speeds Sign legibility at various speeds and applications Assembly and installation options MUTCD guidelines for optional features and readability This guide references: […]
Ontario Traffic Manual Pedestrian Crossovers Guide
OTM Book 15 crosswalk guide In Ontario, Canada, the Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) is the guiding document for transportation practitioners. It comprises 22 books and is continuously updated to ensure uniformity in the design, application, and operation of traffic control devices and systems across the province. Book 15 basics In 2016, the Ontario Ministry of […]
Nevada high school boosts safety with new RRFB crosswalk
Location: Reno, NevadaProject size: One crosswalk with a R920-E RRFBClient: City of RenoDistributor: Sierra Transportation and Technologies Background Situated on a busy industrial street near the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology isn’t in a neighborhood most people would characterize as “walkable.” And yet, that’s exactly what many of its 500+ […]
Making Sense of Rulemaking for the MUTCD’s 11th edition
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is the national standard for all traffic control devices used in the United States on roads open to public travel.[i] There are two groups of target road users: 1) vehicle operators, including cyclists, and 2) pedestrians. The MUTCD has been owned and administered by the Federal Highway […]