Since 2016, over 2 percent of all fatal crashes in the United States every year happen in work zones. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis … [Read more...] about Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety in Work Zones Targeted Action Plan
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NTSB Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigations: Findings and Recommendations
Hear from an investigator with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) who will discuss key findings in investigations related to commercial vehicle crashes; provide insights into specific, … [Read more...] about NTSB Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigations: Findings and Recommendations
Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Illinois Department of Transportation
Federal regulations in 23 CFR Part 630 Subpart J require States to conduct a work zone process review (WZPR) every 2 years to evaluate work zone processes and procedures, as well as identify … [Read more...] about Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Illinois Department of Transportation
Effect of Weather Events on Travel Time Reliability and Crash Occurrence
The magnitude of the effect of adverse weather conditions on road operational performance varies with the type of weather condition and the road characteristics of the road links and adjacent links. … [Read more...] about Effect of Weather Events on Travel Time Reliability and Crash Occurrence
Determining the Effective Location of a Portable Changeable Message Sign on Reducing the Risk of Truck-Related Crashes in Work Zones
Truck-related crashes contribute to a significant percentage of vehicle crashes in the United States, which often result in injuries and fatalities. The amount of truck miles traveled has increased … [Read more...] about Determining the Effective Location of a Portable Changeable Message Sign on Reducing the Risk of Truck-Related Crashes in Work Zones
Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Virginia Department of Transportation
Federal regulations in 23 CFR part 630 subpart J require State highway agencies to conduct a Work Zone Process Review (WZPR) every 2 years to evaluate work zone processes and procedures, as well as … [Read more...] about Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Virginia Department of Transportation