Two types of accidents occur in highway work zones: those that involve construction workers, which account for 30% of the accidents; and those that involve motorists outside the construction area, … [Read more...] about Cost of Highway Work Zone Injuries
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Effects of Work Zone Presence on Injury and Non-Injury Crashes
Work zones in the US have approximately 700 traffic-related fatalities, 2,400 injury crashes and 52,000 non-injury crashes every year. Due to future highway reconstruction needs, work zones are likely … [Read more...] about Effects of Work Zone Presence on Injury and Non-Injury Crashes
Crash Characteristics at Work Zones
A clear understanding of work zone crashes will enhance the selection of the appropriate measures that can minimize the negative impacts of work zones. This study investigated the characteristics of … [Read more...] about Crash Characteristics at Work Zones
Portable Speed Bumps in Work Zones
In coordination with FHWA and CALTRANS, an engineer involved in the US - Mexico Border Technology Exchange Program has developed portable speed bumps that function much like rumble strips. It is … [Read more...] about Portable Speed Bumps in Work Zones
Evaluation of Systems to Monitor Blind Areas Behind Trucks Used in Road Construction and Maintenance: Phase 1
The majority of fatalities that occur in road construction work zones in the United States involve a worker being struck by a piece of construction equipment or other vehicle. The Spokane Research … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Systems to Monitor Blind Areas Behind Trucks Used in Road Construction and Maintenance: Phase 1
An Intelligent Decision Support System for Work Zone Traffic Management and Planning
Periodic resurfacing, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction work is needed on the aging highway system in the state of Ohio to maintain a desired level of service for the traveling public. … [Read more...] about An Intelligent Decision Support System for Work Zone Traffic Management and Planning