The results of a human-factors laboratory study conducted in Texas to evaluate driver understanding of 13 work-zone flagger signals are reported. This was an exploratory study in which 123 motorists … [Read more...] about Driver Understanding of Work-Zone Flagger Signals
Construction and Maintenance Personnel
Walter Workzone Details Good Practices
This interview with Walter Workzone discusses good work zone safety practices that are shown in a photo of a flagger. Topics include: safety vests, reflective materials, Stop/Slow Paddles, hard hats, … [Read more...] about Walter Workzone Details Good Practices
RC Flagman Priority Technology Evaluation Report
The RC Flagman Company is a small Ontario Canada based manufacturer. The Remote Control Flagger was developed by the RC Flagman Company with the direct aid and cooperation of the Ontario Ministry of … [Read more...] about RC Flagman Priority Technology Evaluation Report
Flagger Safety
Article addresses recent changes in flagger safety guidelines. … [Read more...] about Flagger Safety
Fatality Investigation Report: Flagger Killed When Struck by Dump Truck, During Road Construction in Washington State
On October 18, 1999, a 45-year-old female "flagger" died after being struck by a dump truck as it was backing up in a residential road construction site. The flagger (victim) was working with a … [Read more...] about Fatality Investigation Report: Flagger Killed When Struck by Dump Truck, During Road Construction in Washington State
Road Worker Struck, Killed: Charges Pending in Navasota Man’s Death, Authourities Say
A construction worker was hit and killed by a pickup after the vehicle's 70-year-old driver disregarding a flagger's signal to stop for a crew working on the road. Charges against the driver, Arch … [Read more...] about Road Worker Struck, Killed: Charges Pending in Navasota Man’s Death, Authourities Say