The role of parking signs
A parking lot is a dedicated space that is intended for leaving a means of transportation there for free or for a specific fee. It must meet certain requirements and be properly marked so that it is safe to move around, and the organization of traffic flows properly and without disruption.
Parking lot signage in the face of legal standards
A parking lot is a facility that is part of a land development, a separate area of infrastructure. Thus, it is subject to the Construction Law and regulations of the Traffic Code. Its labeling is subject to the Decree of the Minister of Infrastructure and Development of July 3, 2015. on detailed technical conditions for traffic signs and signals and road safety devices and the conditions of their placement on the roads. According to current requirements, each parking space must be properly marked. In addition, since the parking lot is a place of public use, its owner or manager must comply with the rules related to the marking of the escape route and firefighting PPO.
Vertical and horizontal marking of the parking lot
Horizontal and vertical signs are used in parking lots. As for the former, parking spaces are separated by P-18 or P-19 lines. The direction of traffic is indicated by P-8 arrows. Another horizontal sign is P-13, which indicates the need to stop. As for the marking of parking spaces in terms of their use, m.in. p-24 signs, for example, a parking space for the disabled.
Horizontal signs in some cases must be complemented by vertical signs, as is the case with the P-24 sign. Then there should be a sign next to such a parking space Parking for the disabled. Each parking lot must also be marked with a blue placard Parking. Depending on the mounting capabilities of such signs, they come in different variants. They are made both on self-adhesive film and on rigid board, also with a reflective option.
Depending on the specific purpose of the parking lot and its location, signs such as: Parking for customers, Bicycle parking, Private parking space for company clients only, Parking for guests and customers of the store whether Guarded parking open 24 hours a day.
Prohibitory and prohibitory signs vs safe traffic organization in a parking lot
Parking lot signage helps organize traffic properly. These are the relevant prohibition and order signs also used in traffic. Often in parking lots there is a sign Entry ban, Left turn order, Speed limit of 20 km/h whether Ban on entry of gas-powered vehicles.
The marking of internal roads in the case of a parking lot is intended to enforce a specific behavior on drivers and avoid possible accidents. They help people using the parking lot know which direction to go, where traffic is prohibited and what the speed limits are.
Evacuation and fire safety signs in the parking lot
Since a parking lot is a public facility, there must be a designated escape route, especially in parking lots located in buildings. Examples of signs are signs that meet the PN-EN-ISO 7010:2012 standard - Emergency exit to the left, Gathering place for evacuation i Direction to the emergency exit to the left. In addition, there must be fire equipment in the parking lot, which is marked with such pictograms as Fire extinguisher or Fire alarm.
The marking of the parking lot is therefore intended to help better organize traffic, designate parking spaces, but also ensure the safety of those in the designated area. Must comply with applicable laws and meet the requirements of the Traffic Code and health and safety rules.
