NYSDOT's Work Zone Speed Reduction policy, detailed in Engineering Instruction 08-030 (see web site below), encourages use of advisory or recommended speeds with speed limit reductions limited to … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
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Dedicated police services on department construction projects
Dedicated police services are considered for very difficult projects with unique situations and special operations that require extraordinary amounts or duration of police assistance. Priority is … [Read more...] about Dedicated police services on department construction projects
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
New York uses night construction, complete closure, carpooling/staggered work hours, and transit service. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
New York uses contract towing, variable message signs, and TV cameras. … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
In New York, speed limit/double fines, dedicated police enforcement, construction zone pavement markings, and safe worksite access were all used to reduce accidents in work zones. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices
New York state standard specifications require delineation on temporary barrier as follows: "The contractor shall provide and maintain delineation on the temporary barriers. This delineation shall … [Read more...] about Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices