What Can Safety Cones Be Used For?
Traffic cones are the unsung heroes of the traffic planner world: they can be seen every day, but they are rarely considered. Look at all the places where traffic safety cones are used to create a safe environment.
The traffic cone divides the lanes, provides directions for road maintenance and public works, and reminds drivers of hard-to-find hazards, such as:
Raised manhole cover
Potholes
Rough terrain
Sharp turn
Low shoulders
The vehicle stalls or crashes
We have also seen the use of traffic cones outside the building to guide pedestrian traffic. Traffic cones are usually used for entertainment and business occasions, such as:
On the sports field
In the parking lot
For indoor projects
Valet Parking
Crosswalk
How to use traffic safety cones in road construction?
Traffic cones are often used for road safety because they are designed for high visibility. The cone is fixed on a solid black base, which prevents it from tipping over and causing traffic hazards. When traffic safety cones are used in road construction, they need to be placed correctly to maximize the safety of the work area.
The science of placing traffic safety cones
Depending on how you use the traffic safety cone for traffic control, you need specific specifications to make it reach its full potential. Here are some common situations where traffic cones can play a role.
1. Increase the visibility of vehicles pulling over
Sometimes, a tire or mechanical failure forces the driver to pull over and stop. Whether you are driving a semi-trailer or a car, the shoulder is a dangerous place to be on the highway. In this case, it is essential to have a well-stocked car safety kit.
You need to place a safety cone between your car and the road, about 6 feet in front of your car, and at least two vehicle lengths behind your car.
Traffic cone
2. Control movement in crowded areas
If you have participated in crowded events, such as carnivals or concerts, you will know that pedestrians are more frustrating than road traffic. The cone can be used indoors and outdoors to separate VIP areas or prevent overcrowding. Since cones are a symbol of authority, pedestrians tend to pay attention to their location. In order to make the approved passages more transparent, plastic cone chains are used to create a clear outline to maintain pedestrian flow.
3. To guide activity traffic and organize parking lot
Both indoor and outdoor activities require organized traffic flow and sufficient parking lot to make all participants feel happy. In activities that provide valet parking services, traffic cones will help motorists know where to park and which parking lots are only for valet parking.
4. Identify and prevent children from playing in amusement parks
Children love spending spring and summer jumping rope, riding bikes, or creating masterpieces of chalk art on the warm driveway blacktop. Traffic cones are particularly useful in school areas to alert pedestrians and drivers of crossings and other dangerous areas.
