In comparable private sectors, incentive and disincentive programs have effectively promoted safe behaviors by employees. However, state departments of transportation (DOTs) have unique limitations … [Read more...] about Practices to Motivate Safe Behaviors With Highway Construction and Maintenance Crews
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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
Gov. Inslee Signs SB 5272 at Transportation Workers Memorial
Governor Jay Inslee of Washington signed Senate Bill 5272, which aims at improving road worker safety, during a memorial event honoring workers injured or killed on the state's roads. The bill allows … [Read more...] about Gov. Inslee Signs SB 5272 at Transportation Workers Memorial
A Guide to Preventing Work Zone Intrusions: Best Practices for Mitigating, Controlling and Minimizing the Effects of Work Zone Intrusions
Vehicle intrusion incidents occur when a vehicle enters the work area. Work zone intrusions are a significant cause of worker deaths and injuries in the roadway and transportation construction … [Read more...] about A Guide to Preventing Work Zone Intrusions: Best Practices for Mitigating, Controlling and Minimizing the Effects of Work Zone Intrusions
Federal Highway Administration Calls for Comment on NPRM for Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) proposes changes to the Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices regulations (23 CFR 630, Subparts J & K) through a Notice of … [Read more...] about Federal Highway Administration Calls for Comment on NPRM for Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices
Work Zone Designer Series – Work Zone Analysis in the Design Process
Most State and many other transportation departments in the U.S. maintain roadway and/or work zone design manuals containing State specific regulations, policies, and design guidance for their … [Read more...] about Work Zone Designer Series – Work Zone Analysis in the Design Process