Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse

Library of Resources to Improve Roadway Work Zone Safety for All Roadway Users

Work Zone Road Safety Audits: What to Look for

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Planning/Design Phase*

An RSA Team discussing a map of a roadway.
  • Review alternate road networks and possible detour routes
  • Coordinate with planned adjacent projects
  • Verify geometric design and stopping sight distances
An RSA Team discussing a document.
  • Ensure safety and mobility goals are met
  • Identify local impacts and mitigation techniques
  • Mitigate for expected crash

Active Work Zone*

A stop sign that has been pushed over. Ensure TTC devices are visible and functional
A concrete barrier. Check for appropriate positive protection
Directional signs on an overhead gantry Identify confusing signing
A truck-mounted attenuator in the buffer area of a closed lane in a work zone. Look for unexpected queuing and compromised sight distances
Channelizing devices, signs, and other devices in a group. Look for visual clutter
A broken channelizing device. Check for broken equipment
Emergency turn out sign. Accommodate heavy vehicles, EMS, and law enforcement

* See WZ RSA Prompt Lists for more specific information on what each WZ RSA team should look for.WZ RSA prompts are available on workzonesafety.org

Posted: 9/26/2013