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General Traffic Regulations and Safety

• Traffic lines and markings are essential tools for traffic management. These markings, often painted or placed on roads, are used to guide, warn, and instruct drivers.
• Uniformity of traffic signs is crucial for drivers worldwide.
• American and European methods of standardization evolved over time, culminating in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and a protocol attached to the Vienna Convention (1968) and Geneva Convention (1973).
• Jordan established its initial road markings guidelines in 1962, and the country's prime minister decreed the issuance of a traffic signs handbook in 2003.
• Paint is a common material for traffic markings; some incorporate heat-resistant or reflective components, for nighttime visibility.
• Reflective markers, often circular or rectangular, may be used in addition to or as a substitution for painted lines.
• Traffic marking shapes include: lines (solid, broken, or angled), symbols (like arrows for direction), words (such as "STOP"), and numbers (for speed limits).
• Markings are placed on roads to separate traffic flow, direct drivers, or prevent overtaking.

Speed Limits and Road Safety

• Speed is a major contributing factor to traffic accidents.
• Drivers need to consider various factors when selecting speed:
• driver and vehicle capabilities, traffic flow, weather conditions, and road surface.
• Avoid driving beyond posted speed limits.
• Do not drive at an unusually slow speed that obstructs other traffic.
• Reduce speed in specific areas like residential zones, areas with reduced visibility, near schools, pedestrian crossings, curves, inclines, and intersections.
• Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to allow for sudden braking.
• Be attentive to the vehicle ahead's signals.
• Critical factors in establishing speed limits include road surface conditions (shoulder, slopes, curves, horizontal and vertical distances), the average speed of 85% of drivers, safe speeds for curves and hazardous areas, and the environment, conditions, and situations surrounding the road.

Traffic Regulations and Procedures

Documenting and clarifying traffic regulations, including speed limits, traffic signs, and procedures for stopping, parking, and other maneuvering, is essential for safe driving.

• Specific rules for stopping and parking apply to various locations, including pedestrian crossings, bicycle lanes, and railway areas.
• Rules for parking include specific distances from intersections or obstacles.
• Some areas have specific regulations for parking, such as designated parking spots for buses or disabled individuals.
• Regulations include the maximum weight and type of vehicle allowed to park at specific areas.
• Specific prohibitions for truck drivers' parking exist during specific time periods.

Driver's Licenses and Categories

• Driver's licenses specify types of vehicles each driver is permitted to operate.
• Categories include motorcycles, scooters, construction vehicles, agricultural vehicles, passenger cars (manual and automatic), buses, trucks, and speciality vehicles.
• Licensing requirements and validity periods vary based on the vehicle type and the driver's nationality.

Traffic Control and Enforcement

• Traffic control involves strategies for managing and regulating traffic flow, with a primary goal of reducing accidents.
• Controlling traffic involves both preventive and punitive measures.
• Traffic control strategies include various enforcement methods and the use of technologies like cameras and automated systems to monitor and enforce traffic laws.
• Effective traffic control requires a combination of factors, including legislative and regulatory frameworks, as well as public awareness, education, and enforcement strategies.

These notes cover key concepts related to traffic regulations, safety, and enforcement. Further elaboration and clarification on specific regulations are suggested, especially concerning specific Jordanian traffic laws, as indicated by the references.