In response to a surge in traffic accidents during the pandemic, local governments across Virginia are implementing speed camera enforcement programs in school and work zones. While designed to … [Read more...] about In Virginia, Local Govts Increasingly Eye Speed Cameras to Slow School and Work Zone Traffic
Highway Safety
The Superhero Safety Squad: Guardians of Roadway Safety
In 2017, the Florida DOT released a media campaign titled The Superhero Safety Squad: Guardians of Roadway Safety. The characters in the campaign were introduced through online videos, safety booklets … [Read more...] about The Superhero Safety Squad: Guardians of Roadway Safety
Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones
More widespread adoption and use of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) and supporting technologies could improve work zone safety. However, the full impacts of CAVs on work zones are not yet … [Read more...] about Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones
Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones
Management of speeds is a significant component of any strategy to reduce work zone crashes. The objective of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of speed management countermeasures, such … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones
ATSSA Seeks Nat’l Work Zone Awareness Week Hosts
The American Traffic Safety Services Association is accepting applications from state departments of transportation to host the main event for the 2025 National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), … [Read more...] about ATSSA Seeks Nat’l Work Zone Awareness Week Hosts
Protecting Roadway Workers from Intrusions
Work zone intrusions kill hundreds of workers and motorists every year, but there are ways to reduce injuries and fatalities when intrusions happen. … [Read more...] about Protecting Roadway Workers from Intrusions