What Are Visibility Splays? | Part 1🚗👁
In this first part of our Visibility Splays Explained series, Encon Associates' transport consultant Tyler breaks down what visibility splays are and why they play a critical role in site access, highway safety, and planning compliance.
Visibility splays refer to the clear sightlines required at junctions, access points, and driveways, allowing drivers to see oncoming vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. Local authorities often require visibility splays as part of transport assessments and planning applications to ensure safe and efficient access to public highways.
✅ Why Are Visibility Splays Important?
• Enhance road safety and reduce collision risks
• Ensure compliance with local highway authority standards
• Support successful planning applications
• Inform junction and access design
• Help avoid costly redesigns during approval
🎯 Whether you're developing a residential site, commercial access, or infrastructure scheme, understanding visibility splays is crucial for demonstrating that your layout is both safe and compliant.
📹 In this video, Tyler introduces:
• The basic definition of a visibility splay
• Where splays are typically required
• The link between splays and highway safety
• How visibility is measured in real-world projects
📍 Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll cover how to calculate visibility splays and interpret the relevant guidance (DMRB, Manual for Streets, etc.).
📞 Need help with a visibility splay assessment or transport statement?
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