Introduction to Traffic Calming

TMS offers an extensive range of training courses in the field of Road Safety and Traffic Management.  All courses offer a 'hands on' approach to training and are recognised for CPD by the IHE and CIHT

Introduction to Traffic Calming

Overview:

This course examines in detail the rules and good practice guidance covering traffic calming schemes in residential areas, towns and villages. It gives examples of both good and bad scheme features.

Aims and Objectives:

• To examine the rules of traffic calming and outline good practice in this area
• To discuss the implications of these in planning, design and scheme delivery

Topics Covered:

• The need for traffic calming
• The history and development of traffic calming
• Legislation and guidelines
• Designing ramps, speed cushions and speed tables
• Designing chicanes, build-outs and road narrowings
• Traffic calming in villages
• Traffic calming in new residential areas
• Other speed management measures including cameras and vehicle activated signs

Certification:

Delegates completing this course will receive a CPD certificate of attendance, recognised by both the IHE and CIHT.

Date of Next Course: 5th - 6th July 2011 - Cancelled

Course Fees: €495

Course Location: Maynooth

Booking a place:

To book a place on this course please either download pdf booking form.