This article introduces longitudinal channelizing devices (LCDs) and their current applications. Pros and cons of are discussed. It concludes that LCDs have the potential to replace cones, drums, and … [Read more...] about Too Much Latitude
Interview with Scott Schneider on ANSI/ASSE A10.47-2009
In this interview with American Society of Safety Engineers, Scott Schneider, Chair of the A10.47 subcommittee which oversees ANSI/ASSE A10.47-2009, “Work Zone Safety for Highway Construction”, … [Read more...] about Interview with Scott Schneider on ANSI/ASSE A10.47-2009
Work Zone Cameras a Success, SHA Chief Says
State Highway Administrator Neil J. Pedersen accounted that a speed-control program involving cameras effectively reduced speed in work zones in Maryland. … [Read more...] about Work Zone Cameras a Success, SHA Chief Says
MOT Common Problems and Best Practices to Improve Safety in Work Zones
This presentation addresses some problems and good practices common in Delaware work zones including signing, flagging, and traffic control setups, etc. Pictures of acceptable and unacceptable traffic … [Read more...] about MOT Common Problems and Best Practices to Improve Safety in Work Zones
Work Zone Mobility and Safety Self Assessment 2009 National Report
To help States evaluate their work zone practices, and to help assess work zone practices nationally, the Federal Highway Administration developed the Work Zone Mobility and Safety Self Assessment … [Read more...] about Work Zone Mobility and Safety Self Assessment 2009 National Report
Did Safety Experiment Work?
The Virginia Department of Transportation experimented with the Variable Speed Limit program this Spring. This program was aimed at slowing down the traffic and improving safety in work zones. The … [Read more...] about Did Safety Experiment Work?