This workshop consisted of open discussions in which the participants identified topics and practices to ensure proper work zone traffic control and safety implementation. … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Implementation – Workshop Report
Education and Training
Setting up Shops for Work Zones
The FHWA and states are setting up workshops around the country over the next 18 months to discuss ways in which work zones can be better managed. Topics will include traffic management, contracting, … [Read more...] about Setting up Shops for Work Zones
Safety Classes Starting
The American Traffic Safety Services Association of Stafford would like to see the number of Work Zone related deaths fall. Toward that end, the organization has created a work-zone-safety curriculum … [Read more...] about Safety Classes Starting
When Training Road Crews About Work Zone Safety, Keep the Gory Details
Terry McNinch recently presented a Click Listen and Learn session on "Using Gut-Level Emotion to Make Safety Training Stick: An Alternative Approach that YOU Can Use." His presentation was based on … [Read more...] about When Training Road Crews About Work Zone Safety, Keep the Gory Details
For Safety’s Sake, Train Flaggers
The death of a county worker last February, struck by a vehicle while flagging, is a sad reminder of the job's hazards. Supervisors and lead workers need to recognize that any job may require a … [Read more...] about For Safety’s Sake, Train Flaggers
Hearing Conservation Program for Construction Workers
This presentation lists steps being taken by OSHA & NIOSH to promote hearing conservation. It lists requirements of both General & Construction industries and urges the training of workers. … [Read more...] about Hearing Conservation Program for Construction Workers