Countermeasures

Analysis of Injury Severity of Work Zone Crashes on Rural and Urban Work Zones: Accounting for out-of-sample prediction and temporal instability

This research utilizes data collected in Florida to examine the differentials in injury severities among single-vehicle drivers involved in work zone-related incidents, specifically focusing on the … [Read more...] about Analysis of Injury Severity of Work Zone Crashes on Rural and Urban Work Zones: Accounting for out-of-sample prediction and temporal instability

Strategies to Reduce Truck Mounted Attenuator Crashes

Virginia has seen an annual increase in truck mounted attenuator (TMA) crashes since 2015. These have primarily been struck-from-behind crashes during mobile operations. The objective of this project … [Read more...] about Strategies to Reduce Truck Mounted Attenuator Crashes

AAA: Message Signs Can Boost Work Zone Safety

This article presents findings from two field studies conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, focusing on the efficacy of countermeasures aimed at reducing highway work zone crashes, … [Read more...] about AAA: Message Signs Can Boost Work Zone Safety

Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers

This report presents proposals for temporary traffic control strategies aimed at reducing worker safety risks due to distracted driving in work zones. Development of these proposals was based on … [Read more...] about Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers

New York Says Work Zone Speed Camera Pilot Program Has Been Effective

This article examines the implementation and impact of New York's Automated Work Zone Speed Monitoring Pilot Program, initiated in response to the tragic death of highway maintenance worker Patrick … [Read more...] about New York Says Work Zone Speed Camera Pilot Program Has Been Effective

Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones

Management of speeds is a significant component of any strategy to reduce work zone crashes. The objective of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of speed management countermeasures, such … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones