Safety and health programs are vital to the success of state departments of transportation (DOTs). While the safety of all DOT employees is paramount, maintenance and other field workers are exposed … [Read more...] about Use of Safety Management Systems in Managing Highway Maintenance Worker Safety
Transportation Research Board
Behavioral Traffic Safety Messaging on Variable Message Signs
Changeable, electronic, or dynamic message signs are used to provide real-time traffic information to drivers while en route to their destination. Many agencies also use these signs to display safety … [Read more...] about Behavioral Traffic Safety Messaging on Variable Message Signs
Work Zone Crash Occurrence Prediction Based on Planning Stage Work Zone Configurations Using an Artificial Neural Network
Work zones are essential to maintain and improve road infrastructure. However, work zones affect traffic safety, and crashes and fatalities associated with work zones in the U.S.A. have increased … [Read more...] about Work Zone Crash Occurrence Prediction Based on Planning Stage Work Zone Configurations Using an Artificial Neural Network
Verification and Efficacy of Automated Queue Detection Systems on Interstate Intelligent Work Zones
Intelligent work zones have been widely adopted in the United States because they have been proven to improve traffic safety and operations. One specific intelligent work zone system, known as … [Read more...] about Verification and Efficacy of Automated Queue Detection Systems on Interstate Intelligent Work Zones
Rule-Based Automated Safety Monotoring System for Work Zone Safety
Construction is considered a hazardous industry responsible for a large portion of fatal and non-fatal work-related injuries. Despite efforts by the construction industry, many fatalities and injuries … [Read more...] about Rule-Based Automated Safety Monotoring System for Work Zone Safety
Improved Practices for Temporary Work Zone Guide Signs
Freeway reconstruction projects often involve adding lanes and improving entrance and exit ramps. Sign supports for overhead guide signs are sometimes removed early in the project to make way for … [Read more...] about Improved Practices for Temporary Work Zone Guide Signs