The University of Missouri (MU) hosted the webinar on the development of work zone crash modification factors (CMFs). This webinar presents material developed by Praveen Edara, Henry Brown, and Carlos … [Read more...] about Development of Work Zone Crash Modification Factors (CMFs)
Crash Analysis
Evaluation of Orange Pavement Striping for Use in Work Zones
Interstate widening projects are commonplace in Kentucky, and safety is of primary concern within the project work zone. Past experience with long work zones revealed two critical safety issues: … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Orange Pavement Striping for Use in Work Zones
Investigation of Scaffolding Accident in a Construction Site: A Case Study Analysis
The construction sector is one of the few high-risk businesses due to occupational accidents, their rate of frequencies, and related serious consequences, sometimes even resulting in the death of … [Read more...] about Investigation of Scaffolding Accident in a Construction Site: A Case Study Analysis
Quick Reference Guide for Work Zone Crash Modification Factors
This quick reference guide provides a table summarizing the values for Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) for various work zone countermeasures. The guide also includes two step-by-step examples to … [Read more...] about Quick Reference Guide for Work Zone Crash Modification Factors
Work Zone Crash Prediction Model and Characteristics Analysis
This research’s main goal is to improve the safety of work zones. It is commonly thought that work zones have a negative impact on the number of vehicle crashes. In addition to the high cost for … [Read more...] about Work Zone Crash Prediction Model and Characteristics Analysis
An Optimization Methodology to Improve Work Zone Safety Within a Limited Budget in a Roadway Network
In the U.S., total 94,000 crashes (Fatal 710, Injury 36,290, and PDO 57,000) occurred in work zones in 2017. The economic cost to these crashes is estimated at nearly $17.5 billion. Data revealed that … [Read more...] about An Optimization Methodology to Improve Work Zone Safety Within a Limited Budget in a Roadway Network