Oregon Department of Transportation was provided the ability to use photo radar in a state highway work zone during the Oregon 2007 Legislative Session. As part of this authority the Oregon DOT may … [Read more...] about Photo enforcement in work zones
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Personal protective equipment requirements
Oregon DOT requires its employees to wear:Hard hats - This is based on a hazard assessment, not day vs night. Soft caps are allowed when there is no overhead or electrical hazard.Safety glasses - … [Read more...] about Personal protective equipment requirements
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
Oregon DOT provides extra advance warning using portable changeable message signs. Oregon DOT designs work zone alignments to accommodate existing posted speeds. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Oregon stations tow vehicles at worksites to clear stalled or wrecked vehicles immediately. On some projects, Oregon DOT provides a traffic control person equipped with tow cable, water, fuel, etc., … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Worksite traffic supervisor requirement and certification
As of Dec. 1998, Oregon is developing traffic control supervisor specifications that will be similar to those in Washington state. Complex and high-volume projects will include a bid item for a … [Read more...] about Worksite traffic supervisor requirement and certification
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Oregon DOT works at night when traffic analysis shows that work zone lane capacity is insufficient to handle the demand. It has improved traffic movement using alternate routes and detours and … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones