Intersections traditionally represent an area of safety concern given conflicting movements that increase the frequency and severity of traffic crashes as compared to other road locations. This issue … [Read more...] about Work Near Signalized and Unsignalized Intersections
Courses and Programs
Disasters Near Work Zones
When a closure due to road or bridge construction coincides with an adverse event such as a severe storm, earthquake, or forest fire, difficulties in minimizing traffic delays, reducing the risk of … [Read more...] about Disasters Near Work Zones
Overview of Controlling Silica Exposure in Work Zones
This course provides a basic overview of the hazards of exposure to respirable crystalline silica while working on transportation construction projects, and how to develop and implement controls and … [Read more...] about Overview of Controlling Silica Exposure in Work Zones
Internal Traffic Control Plans
The goal of this course is to promote the creation and implementation of an internal traffic control plan for roadway construction projects to protect workers on foot from being hurt or killed by … [Read more...] about Internal Traffic Control Plans
Flagging on Low Volume Roads
Using flaggers on low volume roads is one of the best ways to control traffic in work zones because flaggers can easily adjust to changing site conditions and any unique characteristics of a site. The … [Read more...] about Flagging on Low Volume Roads
Sight Distances for Work Zones
This course promotes awareness of the different types of sight distances frequently used to safely set up and evaluate work zones. … [Read more...] about Sight Distances for Work Zones