From Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction: "Flaggers shall have completed an approved instructional course in flagger procedures. … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements
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Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Nevada DOT requires 20/30 minute specification, i.e. 20 minutes stop time for the first car with 30 minute total delay time (includes driving time) through a work zone. This limits work zone lengths … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
Nevada uses the following: speed reductions prior to and through work zones, intrusion alarm systems, fluorescent orange sheeting for all construction signs for improved visibility, and night work … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
“Give ’em a Brake”
Motorist information about work zones are provided on the campaign website along with information regarding the new double penalty law in work zones. The "Give 'em a Brake" slogan is also included in … [Read more...] about “Give ’em a Brake”
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Nevada requires contractors to have plan prior to beginning work. Contracts with all emergency agencies require contractors to provide emergency vehicle access. Plans must limit the number of lane … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects
“The Flagger Moms of Orange Cone Hell”
Laborers' International Union Local 169, Reno, NV initiated "The Flagger Moms of Orange Cone Hell," an innovative public relations campaign to educate the public about the hazards of road construction … [Read more...] about “The Flagger Moms of Orange Cone Hell”