Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will deploy variable speed limits within the Interstate 84 construction zone in Canyon County in order to enhance safety for workers and travelers while … [Read more...] about New Digital Speed-Limit Signs Will Aid Safety, Traffic Flow in I-84 Work Zone
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Map Sticker Alerts Out-of-State Drivers to Safety Law Protecting ITD Workers
To ensure the safety of Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) employees working on the roadsides, the existing Move Over law in Idaho was expanded in 2019 to include responders to a roadside … [Read more...] about Map Sticker Alerts Out-of-State Drivers to Safety Law Protecting ITD Workers
With Drivers Back on the Road, ITD Kicks off Another Work Zone Awareness Week
National Work Zone Awareness Week is traditionally held in April, but with more drivers back on highways, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is again spotlighting work zone safety. Drivers are … [Read more...] about With Drivers Back on the Road, ITD Kicks off Another Work Zone Awareness Week
Fallen Worker Decals for ITD Equipment Represent Next Step of Recognition and Remembrance
Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) distributed a new decal to each district and division to recognize department workers who died on the job and serve as a current safety reminder for employees to … [Read more...] about Fallen Worker Decals for ITD Equipment Represent Next Step of Recognition and Remembrance
Training Toys for Flaggers Offers More Hands-On Learning
Idaho Transportation Department District 6 Training Specialist Josh Sprague created a few sets of flagger training props that allow trainers to offer tools specifically targeted to a hands-on, visual … [Read more...] about Training Toys for Flaggers Offers More Hands-On Learning
Expansion of “Move Over” Law July 1 Extends Protections to Highway Workers and ITD Responders
Effective July 1, the "Move Over" law will be expanded in Idaho to include responders to a roadside emergency, such as highway workers. The existing law from 2006 requires motorists to move over for … [Read more...] about Expansion of “Move Over” Law July 1 Extends Protections to Highway Workers and ITD Responders