Abstract
Road humps are an extremely effective means of keeping vehicle speeds low. The standard round topped kerb to kerb hump has been proved to be effective. At low speeds, vehicles can cross these humps without causing undue discomfort to passengers or damage to the vehicle, but as speeds increase, they become progressively more uncomfortable. Superseding earlier regulations, the Highways (Road Humps) Regulations 1990 for England and Wales and the Road Humps (Scotland) Regulations 1990 allow greater flexibility in both the siting and shape of humps. Certain requirements of the regulations can be relaxed when humps are introduced in 20mph zone. (Author/publisher)