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Texas

Single-post, temporary sign support with sandbag ballast

Texas DOT has approved 3 designs for single-post skid-type sign supports where sandbag ballasting is appropriate. They are detailed in their "Compliant Work Zone Traffic Control Devices List" which … [Read more...] about Single-post, temporary sign support with sandbag ballast

Opposing traffic lane divider

Texas DOT tested the opposing traffic lane divider. Designed and evaluated under the Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP), the device is a small, portable sign with two-way arrows on its face. … [Read more...] about Opposing traffic lane divider

Design and oversight of work zone operations

For construction or maintenance work on TxDOT ROW, design is typically accomplished by design sections located in each district or by consulting engineers contracted to those design sections. Work … [Read more...] about Design and oversight of work zone operations

Placement of G20-1 signs

Texas DOT uses Barricade and Construction Standard Sheets, BC(1)-98 to BC(9C) -98, to show placement of warning and construction signs typically needed at the entrance to project limits. The G20-1 … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs

Flagger training and certification requirements

From Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Specifications: "2.6.2. Flaggers. Designate in writing, a flagger instructor who will serve as a flagging supervisor and is responsible for training … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements

Vest color for flaggers

Texas DOT is sticking with the orange vest for now and does not plan changes. If changes are made, the priority would be to add more reflective markings rather than to change the color of the existing … [Read more...] about Vest color for flaggers

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