This article answers the question on why speed limit in construction zones is often reduced and why you have to obey the speed limit. … [Read more...] about Your Stories Question: Speed Limits in Construction Zones
ISEA: High-Vis Public Safety Vests Meet FHWA Requirements for Work Zones
Upon the request of the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA), the Federal Highway Administration has issued an official interpretation stating that the ANSI/ISEA 207-2011 standard, … [Read more...] about ISEA: High-Vis Public Safety Vests Meet FHWA Requirements for Work Zones
Utilization of Remote Traffic Monitoring Devices for Urban Freeway Work Zone Assessment
The two primary objectives of this project were to assess urban freeway work-zone impacts through use of remote monitoring devices, such as radar-based traffic sensors, traffic cameras, and traffic … [Read more...] about Utilization of Remote Traffic Monitoring Devices for Urban Freeway Work Zone Assessment
Use of Empirical Bayesian Methods to Estimate Crash Modification Factors for Daytime Versus Nighttime Work Zones
Many studies have been conducted to estimate the traffic safety impacts of roadway construction. Overall, the results of the analyses have varied widely, a variance traditionally attributed to … [Read more...] about Use of Empirical Bayesian Methods to Estimate Crash Modification Factors for Daytime Versus Nighttime Work Zones
Simulator Study of Primary and Precipitating Factors in Work Zone Crashes
Research with a driving simulator was conducted to determine the impact of various primary and precipitating factors on work zone crashes and associated driver performance. The primary factors … [Read more...] about Simulator Study of Primary and Precipitating Factors in Work Zone Crashes
Impact on Driver Behavior of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones
Research was performed to explore the impact on driver behavior of steady-burn warning lights on drums used in highway work zones in the state of Michigan. Various characteristics related to nighttime … [Read more...] about Impact on Driver Behavior of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones