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Speed Cameras

Objectives•To be aware of different speed limits•To understand how the main types of speed camera work•To discuss some of the main points surrounding speed cameras

Speed Limits

Gatso Camera

Laser Camer

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• Instantaneous speed:- The speed measured on the

speedometer- Measured by laser cameras

• Average speed:- Measured over a set distance or time- Measures by Gatso cameras

Should motorists be charged with speeding if their average speed is

under the limit?

Should speed cameras be visible?

For Against

What other ways are there of getting drivers to slow

down?

Is speed the only cause of road accidents?