ARE ROAD SIGNS HIGHLIGHTING HAZARDS MORE OF A HINDRANCE THAN A HELP?

April 17th, 2008 Hinchliffes

A recent report indicates that drivers currently have to negotiate in excess of 3 million holes in roads in the UK - made up of around 1 million potholes and a further 2 million holes caused by road works.

Studies also suggest that the road signs highlighting these problems could actually make motoring even more hazardous and that road safety could be improved simply by reducing the number of road signs.

One element of driving safely is the driver’s ability to react swiftly to dangers on the road. Too much visual information could become a distraction and may actually impair reaction times. The fewer distractions drivers face, the less likely they are to be involved in a road accident.

COMMENT:-

It is the responsibility of the motorist to drive sensibly and allow for road conditions. However, potholes present a hazard to all drivers, but particularly to those on a motorcycle.

If a road accident can be shown to be as a result of a dangerous road surface, anyone injured in the accident may be able to make claims for personal injury compensation against the relevant Highway Authority.

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