Hazards

New York Begins Statewide Pothole, Road Paving Effort

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a statewide initiative to repair potholes and improve road conditions following a severe winter. The New York State Department of Transportation will deploy … [Read more...] about New York Begins Statewide Pothole, Road Paving Effort

Can Waymo and Waze Fix Cities’ Potholes?

Waymo and Waze have launched a pilot program to help cities identify and repair potholes using data collected by Waymo's autonomous vehicles. The system detects pothole locations and road conditions, … [Read more...] about Can Waymo and Waze Fix Cities’ Potholes?

Performance of Different Vibrotactile Warning Strategies for Struck-By Hazards in Highway Construction Work Zones

Struck-by accidents are the foremost cause of fatalities at highway construction sites. Traditional visual and auditory alerts often fall short in addressing this issue due to the noisy and dynamic … [Read more...] about Performance of Different Vibrotactile Warning Strategies for Struck-By Hazards in Highway Construction Work Zones

Preventing Falls During Transportation Construction

Falls continue to be one of the most serious hazards in roadway work zones and transportation construction. This two-part webinar series offers a comprehensive overview of fall risks, Occupational … [Read more...] about Preventing Falls During Transportation Construction

Back-of-Queue Safety in Work Zones: Risks and Mitigation Strategies

Work zone queuing poses significant safety challenges, particularly on high-speed roadways where sudden congestion can lead to rear-end and secondary crashes. These two resources provide comprehensive … [Read more...] about Back-of-Queue Safety in Work Zones: Risks and Mitigation Strategies