Frequently, there is a lack of safety provisions for pedestrians, motor vehicles and the general public in the vicinity of urban area construction activities. Research was conducted to develop a … [Read more...] about Technique for Identifying Hazards to Motor Vehicle and Pedestrian Safety at Urban Area Construction Projects
Hazards
Road Construction Areas are Hazardous for Snowmobilers
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) would like to advise snowmobilers that riding in recent road construction areas are hazardous and should be avoided. There are several locations … [Read more...] about Road Construction Areas are Hazardous for Snowmobilers
Evaluation of Work Crew and Highway Hazard Conspicuity
The report quantitatively addresses conspicuity of highway features, particulary in work zones, from the perspective of driver detection and driver decision making. The study focuses on evaluating the … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Work Crew and Highway Hazard Conspicuity
The Elimination or Mitigation of Hazards Associated With Pavement Edge Dropoffs During Roadway Resurfacing
Shoulders are used on U.S. highways as a safety feature. They are required to meet specifications for width and stability. However, roadways are often resurfaced and the shoulders are not brought up … [Read more...] about The Elimination or Mitigation of Hazards Associated With Pavement Edge Dropoffs During Roadway Resurfacing