The study objectives were to identify the manner of collision, location, and construction activity associated with fatal crashes in work zones. This study was further expanded to examine the … [Read more...] about Analysis of Fatal Crashes in Georgia Work Zones
Crash Analysis
Intrusion Accidents on Highway Construction Projects
This study is a continuation of the initial investigation of intrusion accidents on NYSDOT projects. Its goal is to define the extent of intrusion accidents and the risks that they represent to … [Read more...] about Intrusion Accidents on Highway Construction Projects
Effective Countermeasures to Reduce Accidents in Work Zones
The objectives of this project included: characterizing the nature of work zone accidents in Arizona; reviewing countermeasures used throughout the country, and the effectiveness of those … [Read more...] about Effective Countermeasures to Reduce Accidents in Work Zones
Identification of Over-Represented Parameters for Work Zone Crashes in Alabama, Michigan, and Tennessee
Much roadway maintenance and construction work takes place in the presence of traffic, which is often traveling at high speeds. A reasonable goal is for work zones to pose no greater safety risks for … [Read more...] about Identification of Over-Represented Parameters for Work Zone Crashes in Alabama, Michigan, and Tennessee
Development of a Short Course for Enhancements to the Design of Work Zones
The issue of work zone safety cannot be properly addressed without attempting to understand fully the problems associated with work zones. The purpose of this research project was to investigate the … [Read more...] about Development of a Short Course for Enhancements to the Design of Work Zones
Construction Zones Set Records for Fatal Crashes
The number of fatal crashes in road construction zones is reaching record levels in Ohio, Kentucky and nationally, the Enquirer found in examining statistics from 1994 to 1999. Greater Cincinnati … [Read more...] about Construction Zones Set Records for Fatal Crashes