Module E1 - Slide 46

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It's important to also look at the intersection geometry during the first assessment. If there are islands or medians, that might affect the APS placement and need to be considered. Also, audible beaconing is an option that should be evaluated at this point in design, since it might affect speaker placement or the need for additional speakers. There is guidance on audible beaconing in the MUTCD and there are some situations where audible beaconing has potential for confusion, such as where there is split phasing and where there is a channelized right turn lane.

And, if the installation is a response to an ADA request from an individual, it helpful to make sure at this point that the needs and concerns of that individual are being addressed in the installation.