Wheel stops are very effective in solving the problem of haphazard parking, which can cause problems for pedestrians and other car park users. In Australia, car parks are required by law to meet certain standards, which includes the use of various traffic safety products such as wheel stops. Which are designed to control and manage parked vehicles and the incoming/outgoing traffic of a premises.
They also help cars avoid damage by halting them prior to hitting walls or kerbs. When used in combination with bollards and speed humps they are essential to safe and efficient car park solution.
However, in order to reduce hazards with traffic safety equipment, you must ensure the following:
- Both supply & installation of wheel stops meet Australian standards.
- Continous monitoring & replacement of worn products.