Going through private property to avoid a traffic jam or traffic light or intersection that does not turn left may seem like a way to reduce the time it takes to get to work or home by a few seconds, but it is a dangerous practice that endangers the property and lives of those already on the premises. Most often, “the running rat,” the name for taking these shortcuts, is performed by impatient and anxious drivers who are already stressed enough to cause an accident. Add unsuspecting pedestrians or other drivers and the risk of injury to property or people increases dramatically. Posting “PRIVATE ROAD NO TRAFFIC” signs is one way to discourage this dangerous behavior.
In virtually all municipalities, it is illegal to cross the parking lot of a shopping center, gas station, convenience store, or private residential street to avoid a traffic light. Usually, fines and points are imposed against the offender’s license, when the guilty party is actually caught on the spot. Yet every community has drivers who will take those shortcuts, and their success inspires others to do the same. One way to deter this recklessness is to put up official signs warning drivers to think twice before breaking through.
By purchasing “NO TRAFFIC PRIVATE HIGHWAY” signs that match Federal Highway Administration (FHA) guidelines, owners can exercise some control over who drives in this area. Strictly speaking, anyone who does not have at least one destination point along a private road section is considered an intruder. Endangering the life and property of others is another matter. Clearly marked signs that prohibit going through traffic at least involve legal action, and that in itself may be enough to deter some rushing drivers.
No Thru Traffic signs are available in high quality professional aluminum, identical to those used by government agencies. They are resistant to chemicals, heat, oxidation and are not easy to damage or bend. Manufactured to last at least 10 years, these signs use the reflective backgrounds required by the new codes. They are clearly visible at all hours of the day and night. The print is large and clearly legible from a variety of angles. Even momentum and spacing are chosen for maximum readability and recognition.
Clean and degreased, No Thru Traffic signs have rounded edges to prevent injury during handling. They are also pre-drilled in standard spaces for easy mounting. With a manufacturer warranty, these warning signs remind drivers to think before the rat crosses private property just to save time. They also suggest that the police will be monitoring and issuing tickets.
Keeping reckless and speeding drivers out of a commercial parking lot or private road is important to homeowners, customers, and / or residents alike. If an accident can be prevented by posting a warning, a No Thru Traffic sign is a good investment.
