Utah allows the project engineer to reduce the speed limit 10 mph at his/her discretion. Further reduction has to be approved by the region traffic engineer. This policy is presently under review. … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
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Allowing work zone staging changes (making the changes of the work zone traffic control setup) at night on high-volume, urban freeways
Utah has no specific requirement as to when traffic control should be done, day or night. Most times it is left to the contractor's discretion when to make changes to traffic control. If there are … [Read more...] about Allowing work zone staging changes (making the changes of the work zone traffic control setup) at night on high-volume, urban freeways
Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation (e.g. paving)
Utah does not have standard for this situation. Utah DOT recommends that the beginning of the work area starting at the flagger station be channelized and extend at least a few hundred feet. This … [Read more...] about Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation (e.g. paving)
Placement of G20-1 signs
The G20-1 sign, when used, is the first sign and is placed in advance of the construction project limits. It may be placed as far as a mile away or more depending upon the amount of construction … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
Certification requirements for personnel designing and setting up work zone traffic control
Utah DOT requires one individual on every project to have UDOT Traffic Control Certification (an in-house training program) or ATSSA certification. That person may have people assist that are not … [Read more...] about Certification requirements for personnel designing and setting up work zone traffic control
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
In Utah, contractors provide a response team to handle motorist problems and render assistance. … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects