The construction sector is among the most hazardous workplace where workers are more likely to be at risk than in other jobsites. Generally, construction accident reports possess a wealth of empirical … [Read more...] about Text Mining-Based Approach for Identifying Critical Accident Causes in Highway Construction
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Hardhats vs. Helmets in Roadway Construction
This free, one-hour webinar on the benefits and challenges that come with switching your team from hardhats to helmets. Hear directly from safety leaders at organizations that have already made the … [Read more...] about Hardhats vs. Helmets in Roadway Construction
Identifying High-Risk Workers’ Actions Contributing to Highway Construction Accidents
Analyzing historical construction accident narratives is widely implemented by researchers to understand critical causes of past accidents. Previous studies have identified accident causes and … [Read more...] about Identifying High-Risk Workers’ Actions Contributing to Highway Construction Accidents
Inhibitory Control Behavior of Novice and Experienced Drivers During Work Zone Intrusion: Functional Connectivity Analysis Using fNIRS
While driving is a mentally demanding task, driving on roads that include maintaining and repairing construction activities can heighten the complexity of this task. Within work zones, drivers may … [Read more...] about Inhibitory Control Behavior of Novice and Experienced Drivers During Work Zone Intrusion: Functional Connectivity Analysis Using fNIRS
Assessing the Impact of Construction Work Zone Layout on Traffic Safety: A Driving Simulator Experiment
Work zones for road construction, maintenance, and enhancement activities affect traffic safety and reduce road network efficiency. This study aims to investigate the effect of work zone layout on … [Read more...] about Assessing the Impact of Construction Work Zone Layout on Traffic Safety: A Driving Simulator Experiment
A Smart IOT Proximity Alert System for Highway Work Zone Safety
This study involved the development and validation of prototype devices for a proactive safety alert system in dynamic roadway work zones within the realm of smart Internet of Things (IoT). In the … [Read more...] about A Smart IOT Proximity Alert System for Highway Work Zone Safety