Where should triangle reflectors be placed when a bus is disabled on a multi-lane or divided highway?

The placement of triangle reflectors is an important safety measure when a bus becomes disabled on a multi-lane or divided highway. The correct distances—10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet—are designed to provide adequate warning to oncoming traffic.

Positioning a reflector 10 feet from the rear of the bus helps to alert drivers who are passing closely behind. The 100-foot placement ensures visibility for drivers approaching from further away, allowing them sufficient time to react. Finally, placing a reflector at 200 feet enhances safety by warning traffic that is even farther away, which is particularly crucial on high-speed roads.

These specified distances are established standards that help to create a clear line of sight for approaching vehicles, thereby reducing the risk of accidents in situations where a bus is stopped or disabled on the highway. The precision of these measurements reflects considered safety practices tailored to the complexities and risks associated with multi-lane highways.