Trier plans barrier -free transitions: More security for all citizens!
Trier plans barrier -free transitions: More security for all citizens!
The city council of Trier has decided in a pioneering decision to expand barrier -free transitions in the city center. These measures aim to improve the mobility and security of people with disabilities, in particular blind, visually impaired, wheelchair users and older people. The concept, which is intended to provide a concrete implementation proposal by autumn 2023, includes important elements such as acoustic signals on pedestrian lights, a tactile control system in the sidewalk and lowered curbs, which are intended to benefit special groups such as parents with prams and people restricted mobility. The goal is to facilitate the crossing of roads and make it safer.
The initiative was launched by an application by the CDU, Greens and FDP, which is particularly concentrated on the Trier Allen ring. Department of Building Dr. Thilo Becker emphasizes that improvement in accessibility in the street population is an urgent need. A central point of the plan is the transfer of responsibility for the traffic lights to the municipal utility, which could result in barrier -free modernization of the traffic light system.
technical solutions in the focus
The planned acoustic signals are to be developed in cooperation with the Advisory Board for People with Disabilities and Interest representatives of blind people. These acoustic systems are designed to be variable at the volume in order to meet the different needs of the users. According to nullbarriere.de , the standard DIN 32981 has been an important part of barrier-free traffic since its last revision in 2021. It determines that acoustic signals represent a central orientation aid when crossing streets and rather complements visual as only tactile information.
In addition, the standard defines technical requirements for acoustic signals, which are clearly differentiated into functionality and design. Acoustic signals serve both as a orientation signal and as a release signal and must be installed at certain heights to ensure optimal use. An internet survey also shows that many blind people consider tactile signaling to be sufficient and safe, which is an exciting aspect in the discussion about accessibility.
regulations and standards
Various technical regulations are relevant for accessibility in public transport facilities, including DIN 18040-3, which defines upper limits for the design and execution of transport and outdoor facilities. The EU regulation 1300/2014 complements these standards by determining technical specifications for accessibility in the railway system. For everyone who works in the planning, further training for barrier -free design of public transport facilities is offered that underlines the importance of the standard implementation.It is therefore crucial that developments in Trier take into account the current requirements of these standards. A harmonious interaction of the normative guidelines will help to ensure that the planned measures are sustainable and effective. The city of Trier is not only positioned as a pioneer in accessibility, but as a model for other cities in Germany.
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