Footpath Design & Safety Checklist
1. Dimensions
Item | Yes | No |
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Minimum width: 1.8 m (two people side by side) | ||
Step riser height: max 150 mm | ||
Slope 1:50 for drainage (prevents puddles) |
2. Accessibility
Item | Yes | No |
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Ramps provided at crossings and entry points | ||
Tactile tiles for visually impaired users | ||
Smooth, non-slippery surface |
3. Safety & Comfort
Item | Yes | No |
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No obstacles or projections along the pathway | ||
Adequate lighting at night | ||
Trees/green buffers without blocking walkway |
4. Continuity
Item | Yes | No |
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Footpath does not disappear midway | ||
Continuous alignment along the road | ||
Proper connections at crossings and intersections |
5. Maintenance
Item | Yes | No |
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Pavement is not broken or uneven | ||
Free from encroachments | ||
Regular cleaning to remove debris and waterlogging |
6. Priority for Pedestrians
Item | Yes | No |
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Pedestrians not forced onto carriageways | ||
Designed for safe walking speed: 5 km/h | ||
Integrated with public transport stops |
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