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Publication

Improving Work Zone Safety: Why You Should Consider Longitudinal Channelizing Devices (LCDs)

Author/Presenter: The Water Barrier Manufacturers Association
Abstract:

Prepared by the Water Barrier Manufacturers Association, the purpose of this paper is to educate transportation departments, consulting engineers, and others on the safety benefits of Longitudinal Channelizing Devices as an alternative to drums and temporary concrete barrier for work zone traffic channelization.

Publisher: National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse
Publication Date: 2010
Full Text URL: Link to URL
Notes: See the PDF version of this presentation. See also the paper with the same title.
Publication Types: Presentations
Topics: Crash Tests; Temporary Barriers; Temporary Concrete Barriers; Temporary Traffic Control

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