American Traffic Solutions Launches "How it Works" Video on Red-Light Safety Cameras

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with National Safety Month, American Traffic Solutions (ATS) today launched a "How it Works" video containing a step-by-step explanation of how the red-light safety cameras work to capture potential red-light violations.

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The "How it Works" video allows the operation red-light safety camera technology to be broken down into simple terms. It provides new insight into how the cameras capture potential violations, how the data gets processed and the subsequent review process by the issuing authority.

"As the country's leader in road safety technology, ATS is committed to working to raise awareness and educate the public about how red-light safety cameras work," said James Tuton, ATS president and CEO.

Red-light safety cameras are meticulously engineered and maintained to accurately capture red-light runners at intersections. The basic operations include sensors embedded in the road, just before the stop line. When the traffic signal is red, the sensors detect vehicles approaching the stop line at a speed too fast to stop.  The sensors send signals to the cameras indicating that a violation has occurred.  The camera then captures video and a set of high resolution images before and after the vehicle crosses the stop line when the signal is still red. The video and violation images are transmitted to the ATS Operations Center where trained technicians review the violations and check for accuracy. The last step is the final review by a police officer, who ultimately approves the violation before a ticket is issued.

Red-light running is the leading cause of urban crashes, according to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.  More people are injured in crashes involving red-light running than in any other crash type.

Click on the following link to download and view the instructional video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNTZMxb09NM

About American Traffic Solutions:

ATS is proud to be the market leader in road safety camera installations in North America. ATS has more than 3,000 installed red-light and speed safety cameras serving more than 30 million people. ATS is the largest road safety camera program service provider in North America with awards or contracts with nearly 300 local jurisdictions in 21 states and DC., including: Fort Worth, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Memphis, Nassau County (N.Y.), New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Seattle, St. Louis and more. ATS also offers PlatePass, an automated electronic toll payment service that enables rental vehicle customers to use high-speed, cashless electronic toll lanes. ATS is a privately-owned, U.S. corporation. For more information, please visit: www.atsol.com or www.PlatePass.com.  

Contact: Charles Territo
Title: VP of Communications
Phone: 480-596-4787
Email: [email protected]

SOURCE American Traffic Solutions