Construction projects require long hours where workers are subjected to intensive tasks such as hard manual labor, heavy lifting, and constrained working postures. Among the physiological metrics, … [Read more...] about Assessment of Safe Work Indicators in Transportation Construction Using Personal Monitoring Systems
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Maine DOT Deploying New Work Zone Safety System
The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) is implementing a new "Smart Work Zone System" to enhance safety and awareness during the 2024 construction season. This system uses portable sensors … [Read more...] about Maine DOT Deploying New Work Zone Safety System
Maine DOT Employs New Roadway Safety Technology
As construction season begins, Maine officials stress the importance of safe driving in work zones to prevent accidents and fatalities. Representatives from various organizations, including the Maine … [Read more...] about Maine DOT Employs New Roadway Safety Technology
Enhancing Individual Worker Risk Awareness: A Location-Based Safety Check System for Real-Time Hazard Warnings in Work-Zones
This study focuses on improving pre-emptive risk recognition and safety checks to prevent workplace accidents. It underscores improvements by addressing existing research issues, suggesting potential … [Read more...] about Enhancing Individual Worker Risk Awareness: A Location-Based Safety Check System for Real-Time Hazard Warnings in Work-Zones
Vehicle Turn-Signal Detection for Automated Flagging Systems
Flaggers are always required to work close to open traffic lanes. They may be hit by distracted, speeding, or intoxicated drivers, leading to injuries and fatalities. To protect them, the concept of … [Read more...] about Vehicle Turn-Signal Detection for Automated Flagging Systems
Integrating Domain Knowledge With Deep Learning Model for Automated Worker Activity Classification in Mobile Work Zones
Accurate classification of workers’ activity is critical to ensure the safety and productivity of construction projects. Previous studies in this area are mostly focused on building construction … [Read more...] about Integrating Domain Knowledge With Deep Learning Model for Automated Worker Activity Classification in Mobile Work Zones