A new Illinois law, effective immediately, mandates that driver’s education courses include lessons on safely navigating construction zones. Signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker, S.B. 3151 requires school … [Read more...] about Illinois Law Revises Driver’s Ed to Help Protect Roadway Workers
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HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has ordered a traffic police report on fatalities caused by potholes and frequent road digging. The court highlighted poor coordination among various agencies … [Read more...] about HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
OSHA Releases Proposed Heat Safety Rule
The article discusses OSHA's proposed heat safety rule, introduced in July 2024, which aims to protect workers from heat-related illnesses in indoor and outdoor environments. The rule includes … [Read more...] about OSHA Releases Proposed Heat Safety Rule
Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarships Awarded
The article discusses the recent awarding of Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarships, which honor workers who lost their lives in roadway construction accidents. Sponsored by the American Road & … [Read more...] about Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarships Awarded
Wyoming Gets Tough on Drivers Ignoring Road Closure Signs: New Law Aims to Deter Blow-Over Crashes
The article discusses Wyoming's new measures to penalize drivers who ignore road closure signs, particularly during severe weather conditions. These laws aim to improve safety and reduce accidents on … [Read more...] about Wyoming Gets Tough on Drivers Ignoring Road Closure Signs: New Law Aims to Deter Blow-Over Crashes
Tracking and Analyzing Dangerous Work-Zone Intrusions? Now, There’s an App for That.
Highway workers face frequent dangers from work-zone intrusions, leading to injuries and fatalities. To address this, a University of Minnesota research team developed a smartphone-based app for … [Read more...] about Tracking and Analyzing Dangerous Work-Zone Intrusions? Now, There’s an App for That.