From South Carolina Department of Transportation Flagger's Handbook: "It is important to recognize that AFADs do not eliminate the need for qualified Flaggers at the Work Zone. Each AFAD operator … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements
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Pace vehicles or speed control vehicles to limit driver speeds through construction work zones
Highway troopers are used in South Carolina. One vehicle in center of roadway with flashing lights is generally sufficient. … [Read more...] about Pace vehicles or speed control vehicles to limit driver speeds through construction work zones
Use of flashing stop/slow paddle
South Dakota DOT decided to experiment with flashing stop/slow paddles on two state-maintenance projects and several county maintenance projects in 1995. Maintenance crews were impressed with the … [Read more...] about Use of flashing stop/slow paddle
“Let ’em Work, Let ’em Live”
The “Let ‘Em Work, Let ‘Em Live” Work Zone Safety Campaign conducted between 2002 and 2005 included a public education campaign, worker training for both SCDOT employees and contractors employees and … [Read more...] about “Let ’em Work, Let ’em Live”
Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
South Carolina avoids speed limit reductions except during lane closures or geometric changes. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
“Take the Pledge – Wear the Pin”
South Carolina's roads are among the most dangerous in the country. Across South Carolina, SCDOT is in the midst of an aggressive construction program and there are work zones in many areas. To make … [Read more...] about “Take the Pledge – Wear the Pin”