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Colorado

Litter and debris removal procedure

Colorado developed litter and debris guidelines several years ago. As for removal on the side of the road, standard PPE is required, along with at least Shoulder Work Ahead signs. The litter is picked … [Read more...] about Litter and debris removal procedure

Flagger training and certification requirements

From Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Flagger FAQs website: "In order to obtain or renew your Colorado Flagger certification, you must fulfill the following requirements: Be 18 years … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements

Penalty for failing to promptly open lanes beyond the lane closure limit

See Colorado DOT's incident rates at the web site below. … [Read more...] about Penalty for failing to promptly open lanes beyond the lane closure limit

Certification requirements for personnel designing and setting up work zone traffic control

In Colorado, traffic control (or work zone) supervisors must be ATSSA or CCA (Colorado Contractors Assn) certified. Duties of the traffic control supervisor include oversight of the day-to-day … [Read more...] about Certification requirements for personnel designing and setting up work zone traffic control

Incentives/disincentives

In Colorado, cash incentives give contractors a reason to accelerate completion of a project. Restrictions are placed on when contractors can disrupt traffic. This may require work being done at … [Read more...] about Incentives/disincentives

Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.

In Colorado, inspections take place on every calendar day that traffic control devices are in use. Inspector maintains a diary that becomes part of DOT project records. … [Read more...] about Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.

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