Mobile operations can either move continuously along the roadway as during most striping operations, or intermittently as during a pothole patching operation. Mobile operations on two-lane roadways … [Read more...] about Safe and Effective Temporary Traffic Control for Mobile Operations on Two-Lane Roadways
Transportation Research Board
Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers
This report presents proposals for temporary traffic control strategies aimed at reducing worker safety risks due to distracted driving in work zones. Development of these proposals was based on … [Read more...] about Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers
Training and Certification of Construction Inspectors for Transportation Infrastructure
This report details the process for developing NCHRP Research Report 1027: Guide to Recruiting, Developing, and Retaining Construction Inspectors that presents a systematic process to establish and … [Read more...] about Training and Certification of Construction Inspectors for Transportation Infrastructure
Addressing Encroachment-Related Safety Issues in Work Zones: A Guide
This report provides evidence-based guidelines to help address safety concerns associated with vehicle encroachment in work zones. Encroachment occurs when a vehicle inadvertently traverses across the … [Read more...] about Addressing Encroachment-Related Safety Issues in Work Zones: A Guide
Determination of Work Zone Encroachments
Over 102,000 work zone crashes occurred in 2020 in the United States, which equates to a work zone crash every 5.2 minutes. This study aims to provide a better understanding of available resources to … [Read more...] about Determination of Work Zone Encroachments
Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones
More widespread adoption and use of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) and supporting technologies could improve work zone safety. However, the full impacts of CAVs on work zones are not yet … [Read more...] about Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones