Manual on Road Safety Audit (First Revision) 2019 Edition
IRC SP 88 (2019) offers detailed instructions for performing road safety audits at every phase of road infrastructure projects in India. It aims to assist engineers, project leaders, and road management authorities in systematically detecting and mitigating safety hazards in road design, construction, and upkeep to reduce accidents and improve safety for all road users. The manual highlights early-stage audits, thorough checklists, and actionable advice on traffic control, pedestrian protection, signage, and construction zone safety.
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IRC SP 88 (2019) offers detailed instructions for performing road safety audits at every phase of road infrastructure projects in India. It aims to assist engineers, project leaders, and road management authorities in systematically detecting and mitigating safety hazards in road design, construction, and upkeep to reduce accidents and improve safety for all road users. The manual highlights early-stage audits, thorough checklists, and actionable advice on traffic control, pedestrian protection, signage, and construction zone safety.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Road Safety Audit Professionals
Civil Engineering Experts
Project Coordinators
Highway Design Specialists
Traffic Safety Advisors
Officials from Road Management Bodies
Construction Site Supervisors
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Significance and objectives of road safety audits
✓Policies and methodologies for conducting road safety audits
✓Criteria for selection and expertise of audit teams
✓Audit phases: from feasibility and design to construction and post-construction
✓Traffic control strategies in work zones
✓Pedestrian safety protocols
✓Guidelines on signage, traffic signals, road markings, and delineation
✓Speed regulation tactics within construction areas
✓Management of diversions and lane arrangements during building works
✓Safety concerns related to road surface and edge drop-offs
✓Approaches to drainage and roadside hazard reduction
✓Formats for audit reporting and prioritization of safety recommendations
Structure
Table of Contents
1Scope of the Manual
2Overview of Road Safety Audits
3Composition and Duties of the Audit Team
4Framework for Road Safety Audit Policies
5Audit Procedures and Use of Checklists
6Preparation of Audit Reports and Recommendation Prioritization
7Stage-Specific Audit Checklists
8Pedestrian Safety Considerations
9Traffic Management Techniques for Construction Zones
10Speed Control and Traffic Calming Measures
11Guidelines for Signage, Traffic Signals, and Pavement Markings
12Strategies for Diversions and Lane Management
13Addressing Road Surface and Edge Drop Safety Issues
14Drainage Solutions and Roadside Hazard Management
15General Safety Practices for Roads
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