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Common Signage Mistakes That Cause Major Confusion
Tuesday 20. May 2014 - We rely on signage every day to navigate roads, locate our destinations and understand rules and regulations. But what happens when good signage goes bad? Confusing signs can be funny, but also dangerous if they appear in congested traffic areas. Here are the top signage mistakes that cause major confusion:
Mixed Messages
Which way would you turn at this intersection in Pittsburgh? Each sign has to be considered in relation to the other communications messages around it. Avoid confusion by spacing out signage as mixing messages like this can lead to major traffic accidents.
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Copy Errors
You might expect a spelling or punctuation error on a translated sign in another country, but the mistake on this sign from multi-national retailer Tesco is a surprise. It goes to show the importance of copy editing any and all signs before you send them to the printer!
Too Much Information
This confusing road sign in Ischia Porto, Italy, is a nightmare for any driver to comprehend while still paying attention to the road. Context is critical for determining how much you can communicate on any one sign. Highway signage should be as brief as possible to improve road safety.
Important Missing Syllables
So unauthorized graffiti is welcome then? This sign at Colliford Lake in the United Kingdom missed an important syllable in asking people not to tag the wall.