The Arkansas State Legislature recently approved a proposal to ban hand-held cell phones in school and work zones. The ban will not apply outside of school hours or in work zones where workers are not … [Read more...] about Arkansas House Bans Cell Phones in School, Work Zones
Communication Systems
IMLRMA Today: Protecting Employees in Work Zones
Municipal public works employees are often exposed while performing daily job duties, especially when working on streets and highways. In order to protect these employees it is essential to close the … [Read more...] about IMLRMA Today: Protecting Employees in Work Zones
Real-Time Measurement of Travel Time Delay in Work Zones and Evaluation Metrics Using Bluetooth Probe Tracking
This paper describes the collection and use of 1.4 million travel time records that were collected over a 12-week period in 2009 to evaluate and communicate quantifiable travel mobility metrics for a … [Read more...] about Real-Time Measurement of Travel Time Delay in Work Zones and Evaluation Metrics Using Bluetooth Probe Tracking
Police Keeping a Close Eye on Construction Zones
In Adams County, Illinois, multiple drivers are receiving tickets on one overpass for talking or texting while driving. Most citizens are aware that it is illegal to text while driving in work zones … [Read more...] about Police Keeping a Close Eye on Construction Zones
Look Up, Hang Up and Go Slow for the Cone Zone
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) launched its Distracted Driving Campaign on September 21, 2010. This campaign aimed at educating young drivers as well as motorists of all ages to Look Up, … [Read more...] about Look Up, Hang Up and Go Slow for the Cone Zone
5 Ways to Use Social Media for Better Emergency Response
Social media and Web 2.0 technology have made it possible for emergency managers to monitor and respond to events and collaborate with partners during emergencies. This article takes a look at five … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Use Social Media for Better Emergency Response