Because of the high number of drivers injured and killed in work zones, Alaska is joining other states in spreading the message to promote safe driving in our highway construction zones. Frank H. … [Read more...] about Work Zone Awareness Week
FHWA Administrator Opens Work-Zone Safety Week
Work zone fatalities increased nationwide 53% from 1998 to 2002, according to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) data. Four out of five people killed were either drivers or passengers. FHWA … [Read more...] about FHWA Administrator Opens Work-Zone Safety Week
An Analysis of Fatal Work Zone Crashes in Texas
This report documents the data collection at and analysis of 77 fatal work zone crash sites throughout Texas from February 2003 through April 2004. The methodology used to collect the data for this … [Read more...] about An Analysis of Fatal Work Zone Crashes in Texas
National Work Zone Awareness Week Events Win Strong Coverage
Warning drivers in roadway work zones to "Slow down, or pay up," state transportation departments across the nation joined the Federal Highway Administration and industry officials this Tuesday to … [Read more...] about National Work Zone Awareness Week Events Win Strong Coverage
Evaluation of Data from Test Application of Optical Speed Bars to Highway Work Zones
The proximity of traffic and workers in highway work zones demand that safety be a high priority. The issue of traffic speeds in highway work zones has long been an issue receiving much attention. … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Data from Test Application of Optical Speed Bars to Highway Work Zones
Drivers in Work Zones Should Watch Out for Highway Workers
Letter correspondence between Kenneth J. Kochevar, a safety engineer with the Federal Highway Administration, and Dear Abby, promoting safety for driving through work zones. The National Work Zone … [Read more...] about Drivers in Work Zones Should Watch Out for Highway Workers