Steel plates must be cut out to grade or secured with hot mix material. Use requires a bump sign if the condition exists. … [Read more...] about Work zone use of steel plates with bridge cuts in pavement
Delaware
Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
In Delaware, if the language states in the contract that a contractor cannot close a lane till 9 am then the interpretation is that devices can be ready (along the shoulder) to close the lane, but the … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Personal protective equipment requirements
Delaware requires hard hats and safety vests at all times. … [Read more...] about Personal protective equipment requirements
Work zone speed limit
In Delaware, speed limits are reduced in work zones where physical conditions of a roadway or conditions of the roadside change in ways that will make drivers less comfortable and therefore they will … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
Pace vehicles or speed control vehicles to limit driver speeds through construction work zones
Delaware uses all three groups as listed. Side-by-side plus shoulders. Road rage is minor due to short duration. Recommendation: Be sure vehicles are well marked with identification and warning … [Read more...] about Pace vehicles or speed control vehicles to limit driver speeds through construction work zones
Placement of G20-1 signs
In Delaware, a G20-1 sign indicating length of construction is placed at the limits of any road project extending more than 2 miles. It can be used for lesser distances, especially on urban streets. … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs