Between 2011 and 2023, the highway, street, and bridge construction sector saw a 15% decline in fatal injuries and a 46% reduction in non-fatal injuries and illnesses per 1,000 workers, contrasting … [Read more...] about Fatalities and Injuries Trending Downward, New Analysis Shows
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Worker Fatalities Declined in 2024
Fatal occupational injuries in the highway, street, and bridge construction sector decreased by 4.5%, from 88 in 2023 to 84 in 2024, according to ARTBA’s analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics … [Read more...] about Worker Fatalities Declined in 2024
New Drivers in Connecticut Learn About the Real People Behind the Orange Cones
Connecticut now requires prospective drivers to complete a free online work zone safety course before obtaining a learner’s permit, as part of the ARTBA-supported Work Zone Safe program. The … [Read more...] about New Drivers in Connecticut Learn About the Real People Behind the Orange Cones
MoDOT Crews Prioritizing Pothole Repairs Through Spring
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is prioritizing statewide pothole repair efforts during the spring season, using both public reports and historical data to identify high-risk areas. … [Read more...] about MoDOT Crews Prioritizing Pothole Repairs Through Spring
VDOT Digs Into Potholes on Virginia Roads
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is intensifying efforts to identify and repair potholes as winter weather conditions increase roadway deterioration. Freeze-thaw cycles, moisture … [Read more...] about VDOT Digs Into Potholes on Virginia Roads
Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant
Ver-Mac and the ARTBA Foundation have partnered to study the safety benefits of connected work zone technology, supported by a grant from the Job-Site Safety Institute (JSI). The research will deploy … [Read more...] about Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant