Module B1 - Slide 23
Next question to be answered is: “What direction should I face to begin my crossing?” The traditional techniques for aligning to cross an intersection include maintaining approach line of travel, and listening through a signal cycle to confirm alignment parallel to traffic movement through the intersection. If it’s a familiar location, a person may use the alignment of the sidewalk or ramp, or other tactile cues on walking surface. Having to use a pushbutton affects the ability to use these traditional techniques, since there’s no time to listen through a signal cycle after using the pushbutton and returning to the curb; it’s necessary to cross with the next surge of traffic in the correct direction.
Photo: Man with long white cane standing near corner