This handbook introduces proper flagging procedures in Iowa. The information in this booklet is consistent with the 2009 Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Part 6, and … [Read more...] about Flagger’s Handbook
Iowa Department of Transportation
Synthesis of Best Practice for Increasing Protection and Visibility of Highway Maintenance Vehicles
The purpose of this research project is to study the current practices in enhancing visibility and protection of highway maintenance vehicles involved in mocing operations such as snow removal and … [Read more...] about Synthesis of Best Practice for Increasing Protection and Visibility of Highway Maintenance Vehicles
Instructors Urge Students to Read the Signs and Slow down in Work Zones
Many Iowa driver education instructors will be emphasizing work zone safety in classrooms this school year. Teachers are incorporating "A Sudden Change of Plans," a work zone safety curriculum … [Read more...] about Instructors Urge Students to Read the Signs and Slow down in Work Zones
Work Zone Safety Education – It’s not Just for Adults
The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) sent more than 3,400 work zone education packets to third-grade, fifth-grade, and eighth-grade teachers, as well as driver education instructors. DOT … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Education – It’s not Just for Adults
DOT Kicks off 2001 Road Construction Season with Work Zone Safety Message
AMES, IOWA - Finally--after a long, long winter--road crews are putting away their snowplows and getting out the barricades and cones to mark work zones on streets and roads throughout Iowa. While … [Read more...] about DOT Kicks off 2001 Road Construction Season with Work Zone Safety Message
Road Work Zones to Have Minimal Effect on Labor Day Traffic
AMES, IOWA - Road work will have a minimal effect on traffic during the Labor Day weekend, according to Iowa Department of Transportation officials. "We realize that many motorists will be on the road … [Read more...] about Road Work Zones to Have Minimal Effect on Labor Day Traffic