The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) requests assistance in preventing silicosis and deaths in construction workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. Construction … [Read more...] about Preventing Silicosis and Deaths in Construction Workers
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Vegetation Control for Safety: A Guide for Street and Highway Maintenance Personnel
The purpose of this handbook is to help maintenance workers be aware of safe ways to mow, cut brush, and control other vegetation to increase traffic safety. During the growing season, grass, weeds, … [Read more...] about Vegetation Control for Safety: A Guide for Street and Highway Maintenance Personnel
ODOT Launches New Freeway Patrol to Combat Congestion
Delaware - Stuck in traffic' Stalled on the side of the road' The Ohio Department of Transportation is launching a new freeway service patrol that could be instrumental in getting you and thousands of … [Read more...] about ODOT Launches New Freeway Patrol to Combat Congestion
Speed Limits Lowered in High-Speed Work Zones
Lower speed limits for certain work zones on interstate and other multi-lane highways became effective today, June 1, 2001. The Iowa Department of Transportation announced the change, which will … [Read more...] about Speed Limits Lowered in High-Speed Work Zones
Highways Will Be Busy Weekend Before 4th; Work Zones May Slow Travels at Some Spots
With the 4th of July falling on a Wednesday, many travelers are expected to take advantage of the weekend before to get a jump on a week when they only have to use up four vacation days. "Since the … [Read more...] about Highways Will Be Busy Weekend Before 4th; Work Zones May Slow Travels at Some Spots
Work-Zone Traffic Control: Survey of Contracting Techniques
The final number of traffic control devices needed for a work-zone project and the final bill for those devices often vary from the initial estimates of the required number and charge. And the … [Read more...] about Work-Zone Traffic Control: Survey of Contracting Techniques