This guide identifies common issues adversely affecting pedestrians that field personnel should be regularly checking for and correcting when working on or near sidewalks or walking paths. These … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accommodation in Work Zones: A Field Guide
Accommodating Pedestrians (including those with disabilities)
Lawton Citizen Concerned by Construction Zone Speeders
In Lawton, OK, a year long construction project is taking place close to Eisenhower Elementary School where children walk home everyday. Citizens expressed concerns about children being at constant … [Read more...] about Lawton Citizen Concerned by Construction Zone Speeders
New Bill Requires Safer Pedestrian Pathways Around Philly Construction Sites
Philadelphia City Council passed a bill last week that requires more protection for pedestrians regarding sidewalk closures. The bill requires developers who request permits to close even a portion … [Read more...] about New Bill Requires Safer Pedestrian Pathways Around Philly Construction Sites
Online Learning Management System (LMS) Developed by ARTBA Work Zone Safety Consortium
The ARTBA Work Zone Safety Consortium Online Learning System was created to provide free training and education to the transportation construction community. The consortium, funded by an FHWA grant, … [Read more...] about Online Learning Management System (LMS) Developed by ARTBA Work Zone Safety Consortium
Virginia Department of Transportation Work Zone Pedestrian and Bicycle Guidance
The Virginia Department of Transportation Work Zone Pedestrian and Bicycle Guidance document provides practitioners with information for temporary traffic control to assistance pedestrians, bicyclists … [Read more...] about Virginia Department of Transportation Work Zone Pedestrian and Bicycle Guidance
DDOT Announces the Publication of Final Regulations Requiring Safe Routes for Pedestrians and Bicyclists at Work Zones
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the adoption of the final rules to implement the provisions of the Bicycle Safety Amendment Act of 2013. The new rules require any … [Read more...] about DDOT Announces the Publication of Final Regulations Requiring Safe Routes for Pedestrians and Bicyclists at Work Zones