This workshop on the Philosophy of Work Zone Traffic Control examined two closely interrelated subjects: fundamental principles of work zone traffic control and human factors/behavior in work zones. … [Read more...] about Workshop Report: Philosophy of Traffic Control
Human Characteristics
Traffic Control Systems in Construction Work Zones
Traffic control devices in work zones are intended to provide sufficient guidance to motorists to help prevent collisions, especially with construction operations, and based on study of their use in … [Read more...] about Traffic Control Systems in Construction Work Zones
Using Traffic Legislation to Improve Work Zone Safety
Texas recently enacted legislation to increase penalties for traffic violations in work zones. Unfortunately, Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) research indicates that the law has no significant … [Read more...] about Using Traffic Legislation to Improve Work Zone Safety
5 Traffic Safety Hazards in Your Town
With 42,116 road traffic fatalities and 6,322,896 reported crashes, reducing traffic safety hazards counts mightily in the quality of urban life. Five problems stand out as those that most need … [Read more...] about 5 Traffic Safety Hazards in Your Town
Complex Work Zone Safety
During the past several years, the continuous industrial development in Texas, as well as the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), led to a population increase and a significant growth of … [Read more...] about Complex Work Zone Safety
Understanding Road Rage: Evaluation of Promising Mitigation Measures
Popular opinion has it that "road rage" is increasingly prevalent in the urban driving environment. Whether or not this opinion is true, driver frustration in congested conditions may lead to an … [Read more...] about Understanding Road Rage: Evaluation of Promising Mitigation Measures