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Traffic & Road Safety Signs

Traffic control signs help reduce road congestion and accidents on your roads and in parking lots

Traffic control signs play a crucial role in easing traffic congestion and preventing accidents on roads and in parking lots. By choosing appropriate traffic signs and prioritizing safety, you can enhance the well-being of both drivers and pedestrians in these areas. Emedco offers an extensive selection of standard and customizable road traffic signs, boasting one of the largest inventories available. Our traffic safety signs not only meet DOT/MUTCD compliance standards but are also specially crafted to endure tough outdoor conditions while maintaining excellent visibility.
Whether you need common road signs like stop signs and speed limit signs or unique traffic signs such as drive safety reminders and custom street signs, Emedco has the perfect solutions to enhance traffic safety on your property.
If you're uncertain about the road safety signs suitable for your needs, feel free to reach out to us today. Alternatively, you can download our 5 Step Parking Lot Checklist for guidance on selecting the right traffic safety signs.

Enhance road safety and reduce congestion and accidents by employing appropriate traffic control signs in both roadways and parking areas.

Emedco provides an extensive selection of standard and customized road traffic signs to cater to your specific requirements. Our traffic safety signs adhere to DOT/MUTCD compliance standards, ensuring the well-being of drivers and pedestrians. Crafted to endure harsh outdoor conditions while maintaining optimal visibility, our signs range from common ones like stop signs and speed limit signs to unique options such as drive safely reminders and personalized street signs. Whether you're seeking conventional or distinctive traffic signs, Emedco has the ideal solutions to elevate traffic safety on your premises.

Unsure about the road safety signs suitable for your location? Reach out to us today or access our 5 Step Parking Lot Checklist for guidance on selecting the most fitting traffic safety signs.

 

Parking Lot Checklist for a Safe and Compliant Parking Lot

Download Our 5 Step Parking Lot Checklist

STEP 1

CREATE SAFE INTERSECTIONS RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONSYES NO
Are all intersections marked with STOP signs?

MUTCD minimum standard for roads open to the public is 30” High-Intensity Reflective.

Parking Lot popular option is 24” Engineer-Grade Reflective.
Emedco STOP Sign - 30 x 30 Aluminum, High Intensity, Non Laminated
79481 -
MUTCD Stop Sign
Emedco STOP Sign - 24 x 24 Aluminum, Engineering Grade, Non Laminated
12126 -
Parking Lot Stop Sign
Are stop lines and stencils used to clearly denote where vehicles should stop at intersections? 24TN24 -
24" STOP Stencil
White Pavement Marking PaintHMP-18WT -
White Paint (can)

STEP 2

DESIGNATE PARKING AREAS RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONSYES NO
Are No Parking Spaces Properly Designated?

Fire Lane - Codes vary from state to state, with the goal of keeping designated areas clear
for emergency vehicles.

Check with your Fire Marshall.
Emedco Double Arrow No Parking Sign43326 -
Double Arrow No Parking Sign
No Parking Fire Lane Sign18816 -
No Parking Fire Lane Sign
Are Visitor Parking Spaces Clearly Identified? Visitor Parking Sign35176 -
Visitor Parking Sign
Visitor Parking SignVPK2 -
Visitor Parking Sign Kit
Are Handicapped spaces ADA compliant with state or federal standards?

Are Van accessible spaces designated?

For every six or fraction of size parking spaces, at least one shall be a van parking space.
Handicapped Parking Sign42635 -
Handicapped Parking Sign
Van Accessible Sign42634 -
Van Accessible Sign
Are ADA Spaces Properly Marked?

Number of Spaces ADAAG 4.1.2(5)(a) - The number of ADA spaces is determined by the size of the parking lot, click here for more information.
Active SymbolHandicap StencilTN45 -
Active Symbol Handicap Stencil
TN44 -
Standard Symbol Handicap Stencil

STEP 3

CONTROL SPEED RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONSYES NO
Are employees and visitors properly informed of speed limits in your parking lot?   15 MPH Sign18803 -
15 MPH Sign
10 MPH Sign18802 -
10 MPH Sign
Are long stretches of your parking lot controlled using speed bumps?

Speed bumps are generally placed 25 ft. apart for maximum impact.
6 ft. Reflective Striped Rubber Speed BumpSB29 -
6 ft. Reflective Striped
Rubber Speed Bump
Seton Modular Speed Bump with Strengthening RailL13541 -
Seton Modular Speed Bump
with Strengthening Rail
Are all speed bumps on the facility clearly marked?

Post signs on the right side of drive way in advance of speed bumps.
Slow Speed Bump Sign35558 -
Slow Speed Bump Sign
Caution Speed Bumps Ahead Sign42360 -
Caution Speed Bumps
Ahead Sign
Are extra speed deterrents used for high risk areas?

If your speed limit signs go unheeded, place a radar feedback sign in your parking lot to draw                
attention and monitor behavior. 
Radar Feed Back SignMM2046 -
Radar Feedback Sign
SafePace® 100 Radar Feedback Sign with DollyMM2047 -
SafePace® 100 Radar
Feedback Sign with Dolly

STEP 4

DIRECT TRAFFIC FLOWRECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONSYES NO
Are driveways and parking lots properly marked to direct traffic flow?        All Traffic Left Arrow Sign42385 -
All Traffic
Left Arrow Sign
All Traffic Right Arrow Sign42384 -
All Traffic
Right Arrow Sign
Are all exits and pathways to exits marked?                                                                                          Exit Left Arrow Sign8741L -
Exit Left Arrow Sign
Exit Right Arrow Sign28741 -
Exit Right Arrow Sign
Are all one way lanes clearly marked with directional one way signs?   One Way Left Arrow Sign8734L -
One Way
Left Arrow Sign
One Way Right Arrow Sign28734 -
One Way
Right Arrow Sign
Is your parking lot susceptible to unwanted traffic? No Thru Traffic Sign35156 -
No Thru Traffic Sign
Do Not Enter Sign28783 -
Do Not Enter Sign
Are cones on hand for emergencies or special events where parking spots need to        
be blocked or reserved?
2811467V -
28" PVC, 7 lb. Traffic Cone
Reflective Striped Traffic Cones11469R -
Reflective Striped
Traffic Cones

STEP 5

DESIGN SAFE CROSSWALKS RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONSYES NO
Are Crosswalk Signs installed at all uncontrolled pedestrian crossing?

The STOP FOR legend shall only be used in States where the State law specifically requires that
a driver must stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
Stop In-Street Crosswalk SignMMM98 -
Stop In-Street
Crosswalk Sign
Slow Pedestrian Crossing SignFYG44662 -
Slow Pedestrian
Crossing Sign
Are crosswalks painted to alert drivers of pedestrian crossing areas? Paint StriperPLSM155 -
Paint Striper
White Marking PaintHDMS-20 -
White Marking Paint
Don't Forget....Sign Posts and Mounting Hardware 10 ft. Baked Enamel U-Channel Steel Sign Post KitBE10 -
10 ft. Baked Enamel U-Channel
Steel Sign Post Kit
10 ft. Green U-Channel Steel Sign PostSCSP10 -
10 ft. Green U-Channel
Steel Sign Post