13-11-2009, 17:36
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Watch out for Luas!
http://www.luas.ie/page.php?name=Watch_out_for_Luas
http://www.luas.ie/ul/WATCH%20OUT%20...2013_11_09.pdf
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WATCH OUT FOR LUAS
Increased Testing of Luas Trams on Luas Docklands
From November 16th 2009 Onwards
Your Questions Answered
What does Testing Luas Trams on Luas Docklands mean?
The extension of the Luas Red Line to The Point will open before Christmas 2009. Part of the final phases of construction is testing the new section of the line by running Luas trams along it.
Can I get these Luas?
No, these trams are for testing only and are not operating a passenger services. Luas passenger services will continue as normal between Tallaght and Connolly on the Luas Red Line?
Will these tests affect the rest of the Luas Red Line?
No, Luas passenger services will continue as normal between Tallaght and Connolly on the Luas Red Line?
When will these tests happen?
The tests have been ongoing from Sept but will intensify from November 16th 2009.
How will I be affected?
If you are walking, running, cycling or driving in the area you will need to be more careful and look out and listen for trams, read the specific safety information for walkers, runners, cyclists and drivers below.
I walk in the area regularly, what should I do to stay safe?
If you are walking in the area follow these simple steps to stay safe around Luas;
Watch our for Luas
Look both ways before crossing
Headphone and Mobile phones may distract you so make sure you are listing out for Luas
Listen for horns and warning bells
Use designated pedestrian crossing to cross the tram tracks
Obey signs, signals and road markings, safe pedestrian routes will be clearly marked
Be Safe, Be Seen. Wear Hi-Vis clothing
Stay away from overhead electricity cables, they conduct 750 Volts
I run in the area regularly, what should I do to stay safe?
If you are running in the area follow the same steps as to stay safe around Luas;
Watch our for Luas
Look both ways before crossing
Headphone and Mobile phones may distract you so make sure you are listing out for Luas
Listen for horns and warning bells
Use designated pedestrian crossing to cross the tram tracks
Obey signs, signals and road markings, safe pedestrian routes will be clearly marked
Be Safe, Be Seen: Wear Hi-Vis clothing
Stay away from overhead electricity cables, they conduct 750 Volts
I cycle in the area regularly, what should I do to stay safe?
If you are cycling in the area follow these simple steps to stay safe around Luas;
Watch our for Luas
Do not cycle in tram lanes
Obey signs, signals and road markings, safe pedestrian routes will be clearly marked
When cycling across a Luas track watch out for the grove in the tracks and always cross at an angle to prevent your wheels getting stuck
Look both ways before crossing
Headphone and Mobile phones may distract you so make sure you are listing out for Luas
Listen for horns and warning bells
Use designated junctions to cross the tram tracks
Prepare to cross well in advance and take you time crossing
Use hand signals to let other road users know where you are going
Be Safe, Be Seen. Wear Hi-Vis clothing
Stay away from overhead electricity cables, they conduct 750 Volts
I drive in the area regularly, will the routes I drive change?
To provide for the requirements of all road users, including tram and road vehicle movements, new traffic lights will be brought into operation at he following junctions;
Mayor Street & Commons Street
Mayor Street & Guild Street
Mayor Street & New Wapping Street
Mayor Street & Castleforbes Road
Mayor Street & the access to the Spencer Dock
Mayor Street & the future National Conference Centre
Mayor Street & Park Lane
Detailed information on traffic movements is available on Luas Docklands Construction Update No. 24 Special Edition available on this website for the following areas;
Between Amiens Street and Commons Street
Between Commons Street and Guild Street
On Alderman Way
At Spencer Dock Luas Bridge
On Mayor Street Upper at Spencer Dock
On Mayor Street Upper between Spencer Dock and New Wapping Street
I drive in the area regularly, what should I do to stay safe?
If you are driving in the area follow these simple steps to stay safe around Luas;
Watch our for Luas
Do not drive in tram lanes
Obey signs, signals and road markings, safe pedestrian routes will be clearly marked
Get familiar with the new road markings and signs listed below
Use junctions to cross the tram tracks
Use designated junctions to cross the tram tracks
Look in all directions ways before crossing
Mobile phones can distract you so never drive with a mobile.
Listen for horns and warning bells
Never block the path of the trams
Never block a yellow box
Prepare to cross well in advance and take you time crossing
Never break a red light and do not risk crossing the tracks on an amber light
Turn on your lights if dull or dark light conditions
Stay away from overhead electricity cables, they conduct 750 Volts
Other / Further Queries?
Testing and works will be carried out by contractors on behalf of Railway Procurement Agency, for more information log on to www.rpa.ie, E-mail info@rpa.ie or Freephone 1800 67 6464.
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Last edited by Colm Moore : 13-11-2009 at 17:48.
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