The link between the traffic assignment and impact on safety makes it easy to take account of these interactions. In particular, the process allows rapid adjustment of the flows, which form the key inputs to the accident prediction models. In the example illustrated here, the initial proposal proved to be flawed due to a significant number of vehicles using an alternative route to avoid traffic calming installed outside the shops. A typical scheme for which SafeNET might be used. On completion, the software automatically creates data entry templates for each junction and road link.
Users can then simply select a network feature and enter the appropriate data.
Results are calculated as soon as the data requirements are satisfied. A detailed account of the predicted number of accidents per year can be obtained. SW1P 4DR Tel. SW1P 4DR Tel. Safe NET User Guide, Transport Research Laboratory Application Guide 34.