You have been walking on the streets for so long that you probably have an idea of all the things that are always there every time you take your stroll there. The things that you always see every day are most likely the traffic lights, those fire hydrants, and the different sign boards. Another thing that you have had experience with are those truncated domes.
Truncated domes are very common in business establishments, streets, and other public places. These are those colored stuff with rough surfaces on them that you can step on while you are walking.
Some people do not know why it is placed there and would just take it for granted. There are also those who would think that it is simply for aesthetic purposes. It must be kept in mind that it serves a very important purpose to pedestrians, drivers, and especially to those people who have visual impairment.
Its unique design serves so many purpose. However, its most important use is to warn those that are blind or who have problems with their eyesight that they are about to enter a dangerous area. That is why you can see them in places like intersections, sidewalks, and pool areas.
Aside from that, it is also being used so that people will not slip. This is very important when you are going to use the ramp or you are going to walk in a slippery place which is usually the case during the winter months. It also has the ability to slow down a car that passes on it.
The law requires that these things be placed in specified areas so that those with disabilities or any person will not have an accident. Failure to comply is considered as negligence in the part of the owner. The law regarding this matter differs from one state to another. Each area has its own rule about the color or type of material to be used.
Knowing all these makes a person see truncated domes in a different light. The next time you feel them beneath your shoes, appreciate that it was placed there and that there was someone who had the idea of inventing them to serve a great purpose.
Truncated domes are very common in business establishments, streets, and other public places. These are those colored stuff with rough surfaces on them that you can step on while you are walking.
Some people do not know why it is placed there and would just take it for granted. There are also those who would think that it is simply for aesthetic purposes. It must be kept in mind that it serves a very important purpose to pedestrians, drivers, and especially to those people who have visual impairment.
Its unique design serves so many purpose. However, its most important use is to warn those that are blind or who have problems with their eyesight that they are about to enter a dangerous area. That is why you can see them in places like intersections, sidewalks, and pool areas.
Aside from that, it is also being used so that people will not slip. This is very important when you are going to use the ramp or you are going to walk in a slippery place which is usually the case during the winter months. It also has the ability to slow down a car that passes on it.
The law requires that these things be placed in specified areas so that those with disabilities or any person will not have an accident. Failure to comply is considered as negligence in the part of the owner. The law regarding this matter differs from one state to another. Each area has its own rule about the color or type of material to be used.
Knowing all these makes a person see truncated domes in a different light. The next time you feel them beneath your shoes, appreciate that it was placed there and that there was someone who had the idea of inventing them to serve a great purpose.
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