To answer this important question, FHWA awarded a $1 million research grant to Laborers' Health and Safety Fund of North America to perform a "Work Zone Injury Evaluation." This 4-year grant, which … [Read more...] about How to Reduce Work Zone Injuries?
Federal Highway Administration, Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center
Roundabouts: An Informational Guide
Although roundabouts have been in widespread use in other countries for a number of years, it is only during the past few years that their application in the United States has received increased … [Read more...] about Roundabouts: An Informational Guide
Speed Control Through Work Zones: Techniques Evaluation and Implementation Guidelines
This report presents the implementation and evaluation of four techniques for improving the effectiveness of speed zoning in construction areas on multilane freeways. The techniques are (a) the … [Read more...] about Speed Control Through Work Zones: Techniques Evaluation and Implementation Guidelines
Investigation of Highway Work Zone Crashes
Emphasis on work zone safety and improving the identification of work zone problems has been increased by recent legislation and federal programs. There is a critical need for better data related to … [Read more...] about Investigation of Highway Work Zone Crashes
Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Use of Rumble Strips in Work Zones
This report is a synthesis of research findings and current practices in the design, selection and application of rumble strips at work zones. The information is based on a review of research reports … [Read more...] about Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Use of Rumble Strips in Work Zones
Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Selection and Application of Flashing Arrow Panels
This report is a synthesis of research findings and current practices in the selection and application of arrow panels in work zones. The information presented here is based on a review of research … [Read more...] about Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Selection and Application of Flashing Arrow Panels