Traffic Markings and Color Patterns

Study Notes

Preformed tapes are used for object markings and transverse lines in high-traffic areas.
White is the primary color for road markings due to its visibility and contrast against the road surface.
Yellow indicates parking restrictions and specific traffic control messages where crossing is not permitted.
Blue marks new and special areas, particularly in public transportation contexts.
Green distinguishes lanes for bicycles and non-motorized transport, especially in shared road spaces.
Red coloring is reserved for areas that pose danger to users.

Longitudinal Markings (LM) are placed along the direction of traffic and can include broken lines and continuous lines for various traffic control purposes.
Transverse Markings (TM) are positioned across lanes to control traffic flow, such as stop markings.
Hazard Marking (HM) helps to indicate areas requiring caution and traffic merging/diverging situations.
Block Marking (BM) includes zebra crossings for pedestrians and speed breaker markings.
Arrow Marking (AM) provides directional guidance for drivers on the roadway.
Facility Marking (FM) signifies parking areas and messages for specific road users like cyclists.

Center lines should only be used on single carriageway roads to separate opposing traffic flows, with diagonal stripes measuring at least 300 mm in width.
Objects adjacent to carriageways, like subway piers and culverts, must be marked with alternating black and white stripes sloping at a 45-degree angle towards traffic.

Performance assessment focuses on the quality and effectiveness of road markings, evaluating visibility and durability.
Daytime Visibility is determined by how well markings can be seen from a distance of 30 meters.
Nighttime Visibility relies on the retro-reflection of light from vehicle headlamps, ensuring drivers can see markings at night.
Wear Durability measures the integrity of markings by assessing the percentage of the marking area that remains intact over time, reflecting different wear profiles among pavement marking systems.