The Virginia Department of Transportation has implemented work zone traffic control training requirements to meet Federal Regulations on Work Zone Safety and Mobility as noted in 23 CFR Part 630J. The … [Read more...] about Work zone traffic control training requirements
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Work zone speed limit
The form and guidance the Virginia DOT uses for work zone speed is available on the web site below. … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
Traffic control measures used in work zones
Depending on the type of work and location, typically in southwestern Virginia along Interstate routes, they utilize fixed overhead variable message signs, portable changeable message boards, speed … [Read more...] about Traffic control measures used in work zones
Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
In Virginia, the lane cannot be physically closed until 9am, but the devices may be ready along the shoulder. On occasion, advance warning signs have been allowed to start going up 10 minutes prior to … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Signing for lane closures
Virginia uses an additional "Lane Ends Merge" (right or left) and a "Keep (right or left)" sign in all lane closures. … [Read more...] about Signing for lane closures
Truck-Mounted Attenuator (TMA) requirement
Virginia requires the use of TMAs in mobile operations and stationary lane closures. … [Read more...] about Truck-Mounted Attenuator (TMA) requirement