Fluorescent pink signs to alert drivers to traffic crashes, large print on road signs for older drivers, and "animated eyes" to caution pedestrians at intersections are among the improvements federal … [Read more...] about Changes in Traffic Control Devices to Help Older Drivers, Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Workers
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ARTBA Submits Comments on Proposed Occupational Safety & Health Administration Noise Standards
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) said the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) proposal to update its noise standard will require an approach … [Read more...] about ARTBA Submits Comments on Proposed Occupational Safety & Health Administration Noise Standards
Work Zone Mobility and Safety Policy Update: Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) Activity Update
This presentation tackles the "Work Zone Issues of Today" such as: -Work zone issues have grown beyond the work area -The public is telling us they are concerned -More dollars are available through … [Read more...] about Work Zone Mobility and Safety Policy Update: Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) Activity Update
Status of Rulemaking for Minimum Retroreflectivity Guidelines
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has worked to develop minimum levels of retroreflectivity for traffic signs and pavement markings that would enhance mobility and increase safety for the … [Read more...] about Status of Rulemaking for Minimum Retroreflectivity Guidelines
Walter Workzone Speaks About the TMUTCD
Walter & the editor discuss the new version of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD). It represents the first major revision of the manual in over 20 years. … [Read more...] about Walter Workzone Speaks About the TMUTCD
Avoiding a Strike: Changes Are in Store for High-Visibility Safety Apparel
On June 1, 1999, the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) published ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 American National Standard for High Visibility Apparel. This was the first industry consensus … [Read more...] about Avoiding a Strike: Changes Are in Store for High-Visibility Safety Apparel