The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reports significant progress from its work zone speed camera program one year after implementation, with speeding rates in monitored work … [Read more...] about WSDOT Reveals Results of Work Zone Speed Camera Program, Plans for Expansion
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Identification of Factors Affecting Road Construction Safety: A Questionnaire Approach
Road construction safety is a crucial aspect of infrastructure development, aimed at safeguarding the health and well-being of workers, motorists, and pedestrians throughout the construction process. … [Read more...] about Identification of Factors Affecting Road Construction Safety: A Questionnaire Approach
Washington State to Impose Fines in Work Zones Starting July as Speed Camera Program Expands
This article reports on the first-year results of Washington State’s Work Zone Speed Camera Program, launched in April 2025 to improve safety in active construction, maintenance, and emergency work … [Read more...] about Washington State to Impose Fines in Work Zones Starting July as Speed Camera Program Expands
INDOT Introduces New Guardian Angel Safety Lights to Enhance Worker Visibility
The Indiana Department of Transportation has launched a pilot program introducing guardian angel safety lights to enhance worker visibility in work zones. These wearable devices feature flashing green … [Read more...] about INDOT Introduces New Guardian Angel Safety Lights to Enhance Worker Visibility
Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant
Ver-Mac and the ARTBA Foundation have partnered to study the safety benefits of connected work zone technology, supported by a grant from the Job-Site Safety Institute (JSI). The research will deploy … [Read more...] about Connected Work Zone Research Wins Grant
Examining Driving Behaviours in Response to Critical Scenarios and In-Vehicle Intrusion Alerts in Road Work Zones: A Virtual Reality Study
Work zone intrusion prediction is vital for enhancing the efficacy of road work zone safety systems and preventing intrusion accidents. However, false alarms have been identified as one of the major … [Read more...] about Examining Driving Behaviours in Response to Critical Scenarios and In-Vehicle Intrusion Alerts in Road Work Zones: A Virtual Reality Study