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Utah

Flagger training and certification requirements

From Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Flagger Training & Certification website: "Flagger personnel must be properly trained and certified prior to performing this function within a work … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements

“Know Where Know Why”

The “Know Where Know Why” campaign aims to proactively communicate with the traveling public about Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)’s 25 biggest roadway construction projects to help them … [Read more...] about “Know Where Know Why”

Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.

In Utah, inspections are conducted daily and records are maintained in a diary. … [Read more...] about Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.

Sand barrels in work zones

Utah uses the Energite Design manual developed by Energy Absorption to determine the required sand barrels in an array. Also, the state mandates the use the required amount for both permanent and … [Read more...] about Sand barrels in work zones

Permit requirements to install/erect temporary traffic control warning signs and other temporary traffic control devices along roadways

Before work is allowed to commence within Utah state right-of-way, the contractor must obtain a permit from the local Utah DOT Permits Office. The permit holders conduct their operations so there is … [Read more...] about Permit requirements to install/erect temporary traffic control warning signs and other temporary traffic control devices along roadways

Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)

For the most part, lane closure setup is an urban area problem for Utah. The regional traffic engineer looks at the project and determines what effect construction will have on traffic flows and at … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)

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