In general, temporary traffic controls are removed against the flow of traffic in Minnesota. However, the state does routinely remove short-term maintenance lane closures using a mobile operation. For … [Read more...] about Removing temporary traffic control devices with the flow of traffic vs. backing the work vehicle behind to remove the devices
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Crash attenuators in work zones
Information provided below is from an email survey conducted in 2009 _____________ MnDOT has a Qualified Products List (QPL) for temporary crash attenuators at: … [Read more...] about Crash attenuators in work zones
Changing light bulbs on overhead signs
Minnesota DOT does not have a departmental policy regarding maintenance work over moving traffic. However, MnDOT's normal practice is not to allow any overhead work by department personnel with … [Read more...] about Changing light bulbs on overhead signs
Work Zones. Pay Attention or Pay the Price.
"Work Zones. Pay Attention or Pay the Price." is Minnesota's summer maintenance and construction work zone safety campaign program. It includes media kits, audio and video PSAs, periodic news … [Read more...] about Work Zones. Pay Attention or Pay the Price.