In this news article, Alabama's Association of General Contractors, OSHA, and local law enforcement call attention to the dangers of cell phones and driving during National Work Zone Safety Week. … [Read more...] about Are You “Intexticated?”: Driving and Texting Can Lead to Disaster for Those Working in Contruction Zones
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Put Down the Phone in the Work Zone!
In Alabama it is not illegal to use cell phones while driving, this campaign is to support an effort made by companies, organizations, county, state & federal employees, schools and citizens to … [Read more...] about Put Down the Phone in the Work Zone!
Traffic Manual
The Traffic Manual provides guidance on traffic engineering policies, establishes uniform methods and procedures, and communicates vital information about traffic engineering and operations on state … [Read more...] about Traffic Manual
Intelligent Transportation Systems Benefits, Costs, Deployment and Lessons Learned: 2008 Update
Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) provide a proven set of strategies for addressing the challenges of assuring safety and reducing congestion, while accommodating the growth in transit … [Read more...] about Intelligent Transportation Systems Benefits, Costs, Deployment and Lessons Learned: 2008 Update
Driving Simulator Evaluation of Driver Performance During Hands-Free Cell Phone Operation in a Work Zone: Driving Without a Clue.
Crashes continue to be a problem in work zones. Analyses have indicated that rear-end and sideswipe crashes are the most frequent. Investigators have hypothesized that distractions are often the cause … [Read more...] about Driving Simulator Evaluation of Driver Performance During Hands-Free Cell Phone Operation in a Work Zone: Driving Without a Clue.
Intelligent Transportation System technology in work zones
Intelligent Transportation System was included in Iowa Smart Work Zone: Application on I-80 reconstruction project where there was two-way travel on two lanes. Project features include highway … [Read more...] about Intelligent Transportation System technology in work zones