Virginia DOT requires its employees to wear: Hard hats - Whenever an employee is out of the vehicle. Safety glasses - When working around tools which could produce hazards to the eyes. Safety shoes - … [Read more...] about Personal protective equipment requirements
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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)
Teaching Teens About Work Zones
Presented in the classroom by VRTBA members and VDOT professionals, the program teaches young drivers about the critical importance of safe driving in work zones. A great teacher's guide and the … [Read more...] about Teaching Teens About Work Zones
Lane lines in work zones
Virginia DOT's typical lane line width is 4 inches. However, 8 inch wide lines are used in transition areas of long duration lane closures on limited access highways. Wider lane lines may be used in … [Read more...] about Lane lines in work zones
Use of drone radar, safety intrusion alarms, and CB Wizard in work zones
16 units of drone radar were used statewide in Virginia. They were not perceived to be very effective as a speed control measure. A disadvantage was that project personnel had to keep them charged and … [Read more...] about Use of drone radar, safety intrusion alarms, and CB Wizard in work zones
Vehicle warning lights
See Section 6F.95 Vehicle Warning Lights in the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual which is available on the web site below. … [Read more...] about Vehicle warning lights