The Puffin Good Practice Guide has been developed by the County Surveyors’ Society (CSS) and Department for Transport (DfT). The objective is to provide guidance and examples of good practice for Puffin pedestrian facilities at junction traffic signals and mid block crossings including Toucan and equestrian crossings. The advice ranges from scheme concept development through installation, commissioning, and training to maintenance and applies to new installations as well as conversion of existing crossings to Puffin operation. It is intended for: a) scheme promoters and decision makers; b) designers; c) safety auditors; d) installers; e) commissioners; f) maintainers; g) equipment suppliers; and h) those involved in road safety training, safe routes to schools and travel plans. The Puffin Good Practice Guide is focused on Puffin issues and does not seek to replicate general advice that is covered elsewhere. Information relating to products is not included as this is best obtained from suppliers. Within the remainder of this Guide reference to ‘Puffin facilities’ means nearside facilities as defined in the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD) 2002 or The Zebra, Pelican and Puffin Pedestrian Crossings Regulations and General Directions 1997. Appendix A provides, in a format that could be used as a leaflet, a description of Puffin operation and benefits. A summary of relevant documentation is provided in Appendix B and a list of frequently asked questions is given in Appendix C. (Author/publisher)
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