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Night Visibility

Effectiveness of Lighted Work Zone Apparel: Effects on Visibility

The goal of this study is to evaluate effectiveness of lighted work zone apparel under realistic conditions. More specifically, the goal is to compare the effectiveness of various kinds of lighted … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Lighted Work Zone Apparel: Effects on Visibility

FHWA Announces Final Rule to Reduce Roadway Fatalities in Dark Conditions by Improving Visibility with Retroreflective Pavement Markings

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced a final rule that will improve safety for all road users by ensuring that pavement markings are made more visible in dark or low light conditions. Under … [Read more...] about FHWA Announces Final Rule to Reduce Roadway Fatalities in Dark Conditions by Improving Visibility with Retroreflective Pavement Markings

FHWA Issues Final Retro-Reflectivity Pavement Rule

Federal Highway Administration issued a final rule aimed at improving safety for all road users by ensuring pavement markings are more visible in dark or low light conditions. Under the final rule, … [Read more...] about FHWA Issues Final Retro-Reflectivity Pavement Rule

Effects of Wearable Light Systems on Safety of Highway Construction Workers

Recent statistics indicate that the number of injuries and fatalities on highway construction projects continues to rise. This increase is attributed primarily to unsafe driver behavior, such as … [Read more...] about Effects of Wearable Light Systems on Safety of Highway Construction Workers

Nighttime Visibility of Prototype Work Zone Markings Under Dry, Wet-Recovery, and Rain Conditions

This paper presents the findings of a dynamic pavement marking visibility study conducted as part of the FHWA Highways for LIFE Technology Partnerships Program Temporary Wet-Weather Pavement Markings … [Read more...] about Nighttime Visibility of Prototype Work Zone Markings Under Dry, Wet-Recovery, and Rain Conditions

MDOT Raises the Bar on Work Zone Visibility

Night time visibility in work zones can be challenging, particularly in the rain.  The Michigan Department of Transportation set new guidelines and standards for work zones throughout the state to … [Read more...] about MDOT Raises the Bar on Work Zone Visibility

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