Flaggers work closely to open traffic lanes which makes them a high-risk profession. They might get hit by distracted, speeding, or intoxicated drivers, leading to severe or even fatal injuries. To … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Turn Signal Recognition for Automated Flagging
Construction and Maintenance Personnel
Assessing Impact of Training Programs for Highway Work Zone Employees
Work zone safety, especially amidst increasing highway construction and repair, is paramount in ensuring the well-being of construction workers. Between 2003 and 2019, road construction sites saw a … [Read more...] about Assessing Impact of Training Programs for Highway Work Zone Employees
SCDOT Video Highlights Bridge Maintenance Work
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) showcases Edmond "Ed" Garner's extensive experience and commitment as a specialty bridge maintenance foreman in their latest "Day in the Life" … [Read more...] about SCDOT Video Highlights Bridge Maintenance Work
Research Explores Safer Work Zones for Flaggers
Highway workers face significant dangers, exacerbated by erratic driver behavior in work zones. In response, agencies like the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) have pursued innovative … [Read more...] about Research Explores Safer Work Zones for Flaggers
When Road Construction Meets the Railroad: Flagging Coordination Practices
Railroads often require flaggers to be present during construction projects that are within or near a railroad right-of-way. Specially certified railroad flaggers hold trains clear of the work limits, … [Read more...] about When Road Construction Meets the Railroad: Flagging Coordination Practices
Training and Certification of Construction Inspectors for Transportation Infrastructure
This report details the process for developing NCHRP Research Report 1027: Guide to Recruiting, Developing, and Retaining Construction Inspectors that presents a systematic process to establish and … [Read more...] about Training and Certification of Construction Inspectors for Transportation Infrastructure