The purpose of the Corduroy Warning Surface is to warn visually impaired people of the presence of specific hazards: steps, level crossings or the approach to on street light rapid transit (LRT) platforms.

The purpose of the guidance path surface tactile is used to guide visually impaired people along a route when the traditional cues, such as a property line or kerb edge are not available.

Segregated Shared Cycle Track is used in conjunction with a segregated shared cycle track/footway.

The purpose of the Platform Edge Warning Surface (Off-Street) is to warn visually impaired people of the edge of all off-street railway platforms.

The purpose of the Blister Surface Tactile is to provide a warning to visually impaired people who would otherwise find it difficult to notice the difference between where the footpath ends and the road begins.