Work zones may present imminent safety hazards for roadway workers as well as passing motorists due to several factors, including driver distraction, changes in traffic patterns, narrowed rights of … [Read more...] about Innovative Approaches to Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Work Zones: A Guide
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INDOT Shifts Speed Cameras to New Site as ‘Pre-Enforcement Period’ Continues
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is relocating its speed cameras to a new highway construction site at the Interstates 465 and 69 interchange in northeast Indianapolis as part of its … [Read more...] about INDOT Shifts Speed Cameras to New Site as ‘Pre-Enforcement Period’ Continues
Webinar: Safe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnel in Work Zones
This interactive webinar equips law enforcement personnel with key knowledge and skills to improve safety and reduce crashes in work zones. Participants will learn about temporary traffic control, … [Read more...] about Webinar: Safe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnel in Work Zones
Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Michigan is implementing automated cameras in work zones and on school buses to enhance road safety by reducing speeding and enforcing traffic laws. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation … [Read more...] about Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Michigan has enacted House Bills 4132 and 4133, introducing safety cameras in construction work zones to curb speeding and enhance worker safety. The state joins 23 others already using this … [Read more...] about Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
‘It Would Raise People’s Level of Concern.’ Michigan Senate Approves Speed Cameras in Work Zones
A Michigan Senate-approved bill aims to install speed cameras in work zones to reduce speeding-related crashes. The proposal follows recent and past tragedies, including the 2020 death of Zach … [Read more...] about ‘It Would Raise People’s Level of Concern.’ Michigan Senate Approves Speed Cameras in Work Zones