This research paper addresses the critical issue of work-zone safety, specifically focusing on the transition area where one or more lanes are reduced, leading to merging operations. Given the limited … [Read more...] about Work-Zone Safety Analysis: Evaluating Rear-End Crash Risk With Extreme Value Theory
Crash Causes
Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
The aim of this study is to identify factors that affect injury severity levels of work zone rear-end crashes with high collision speeds (35 mi/hr). Using statewide crash data provided by the South … [Read more...] about Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
The Analysis of Struck-by Accidents at Construction Sites in Malaysia
The construction industry is critical to supporting Malaysia's economic growth. Despite its significance, this business is also classified as the most dangerous owing to its high risk of causing … [Read more...] about The Analysis of Struck-by Accidents at Construction Sites in Malaysia
HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has ordered a traffic police report on fatalities caused by potholes and frequent road digging. The court highlighted poor coordination among various agencies … [Read more...] about HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
Time Series Analysis of Highway Work Zone Crashes in North Carolina
Highway work zones present significant safety concerns. This study aims to identify spatial and temporal factors that affect the number of highway work zone crashes in North Carolina (NC). The data … [Read more...] about Time Series Analysis of Highway Work Zone Crashes in North Carolina
Key Factors and Representative Scenarios in Work Zone Safety: Indiana Crash Data Analysis
Work zones are unique construction sites having multiple elements and complex scenarios. Existing studies have utilized crash data to explore the key factors contributing to work zone crashes. … [Read more...] about Key Factors and Representative Scenarios in Work Zone Safety: Indiana Crash Data Analysis