Hillview School mid-block crossing audit
Objective
Conduct a Detail Design stage safety audit (DDSSA)
Client
Christchurch City Council
Location
Christchurch
Deliverable
Report
Timeframe
Mar 2018-Apr 2018
Project Status
Complete
Background
ViaStrada was commissioned to undertake a detailed design stage road safety audit of the proposed mid-block signalised pedestrian crossing on Wilsons Road adjacent to Hillview School.
The audit identified a range of opportunities to enhance pedestrian safety and crossing amenity, along with observations relating to vehicle accessways and the broader school street frontage environment. Recommendations were provided to improve traffic signal operation, geometric design and alignments, as well as associated signage and road markings.