Connecticut DOT does not require certification for personnel setting up and designing work zones except in special cases. Some projects with complicated maintenance or with protection of traffic … [Read more...] about Certification requirements for personnel designing and setting up work zone traffic control
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Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
A sign notifying motorists of double fines is used in Connecticut. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
Work Zone Safety Awareness Campaign
Connecticut statistics indicate that the highest percentage of work zone crashes is rear end collisions with the most common contributing factor being following too close. Federal, state, municipal … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Awareness Campaign
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Connecticut uses VMS to alert motorists of situation ahead. … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Center lane closure
The Connecticut DOT offers the following response: When approaching at high rates of speed, drivers may not be able to accurately choose their lane. With devices on the left, middle, and right it can … [Read more...] about Center lane closure
Sand barrels in work zones
Connecticut DOT provides design criteria and guidance in Chapter 14 of the Highway Design Manual. This can be viewed on the web site below (under "Doing Business With" and then Publications). … [Read more...] about Sand barrels in work zones