Why are detectable warning tiles made mandatory?
Number of slip and fall accidents have reduced considerably due to use of ada approved detectable warning. It isn’t a signage or anything related to regular security system. But it is a kind of flooring material that works like a hazard sign. For example, if you step on a flooring that is different from the regular flooring tile, you will certainly feel the difference and this difference will force you to think about the floor you are standing on. You will understand that you need to slow down and become more cautious before taking the next step. A pedestrian is texting while walking when accidentally he takes a wrong turn towards a busy road. But becomes alert on approaching the road because of stepping on the detectable warning surface . The surface is different from the regular pavement and as soon as the pedestrian steps on this floor, he senses danger. He stops at once to look ahead and returns back to his original route. What are the advantages of using detectabl...