This study proposes a methodology for deriving the optimal work zone schedule for the annual routine maintenance planning in an infrastructure asset management system considering the (i) economies of … [Read more...] about 365-Day Sectional Work Zone Schedule Optimization for Road Networks Considering Economies of Scale and User Cost
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Assessment of Barriers and Drivers to the Adoption of Machine Learning Technologies in Road Construction Site Accident Prevention
The construction industry is fraught with danger. The investigation of the causes of occupational accidents receives considerable attention. Despite the introduction of numerous safety preventive … [Read more...] about Assessment of Barriers and Drivers to the Adoption of Machine Learning Technologies in Road Construction Site Accident Prevention
Changes in Roadwork Policy Will Affect Drivers but WSDOT Says Workers Have to Be Kept Safe
In response to an alarming increase in roadwork zone fatalities, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has prioritized worker safety over driver convenience. Despite a reduction in … [Read more...] about Changes in Roadwork Policy Will Affect Drivers but WSDOT Says Workers Have to Be Kept Safe
Identification of Safety Hazards in Highway Construction Projects
Despite a global emphasis on safety, construction personnel experience a sizable number of occupational injuries. The dynamic nature of construction sites makes it extremely challenging … [Read more...] about Identification of Safety Hazards in Highway Construction Projects
Text Mining-Based Approach for Identifying Critical Accident Causes in Highway Construction
The construction sector is among the most hazardous workplace where workers are more likely to be at risk than in other jobsites. Generally, construction accident reports possess a wealth of empirical … [Read more...] about Text Mining-Based Approach for Identifying Critical Accident Causes in Highway Construction
Hardhats vs. Helmets in Roadway Construction
This free, one-hour webinar on the benefits and challenges that come with switching your team from hardhats to helmets. Hear directly from safety leaders at organizations that have already made the … [Read more...] about Hardhats vs. Helmets in Roadway Construction