The Minnesota Department of Transportation has funded a University of Minnesota research to develop a smartphone application that will help the visually impaired pedestrians navigate through … [Read more...] about New App Helps the Visually Impaired Navigate Work Zones
Accommodating Pedestrians (including those with disabilities)
Development of a Navigation System Using Smartphone and Bluetooth Technologies to Help the Visually Impaired Navigate Work Zones Safely
According to statistics from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), each year approximately 17% of all work zone fatalities are pedestrians. People who are visually impaired often encounter … [Read more...] about Development of a Navigation System Using Smartphone and Bluetooth Technologies to Help the Visually Impaired Navigate Work Zones Safely
Pedestrians and Americans with Disabilities in Work Zones Training Module
This module discusses why pedestrian safety and accessibility must be provided in work zones. In this module participants will learn how pedestrians, including the disabled, should be considered and … [Read more...] about Pedestrians and Americans with Disabilities in Work Zones Training Module
Americans With Disabilities Act Requirements for Accessibility in Temporary Traffic Control Zones
This podcast discusses designing and setting up solutions for temporary traffic control areas that meet the needs of disabled pedestrians and comply with Federal accessibility requirements under the … [Read more...] about Americans With Disabilities Act Requirements for Accessibility in Temporary Traffic Control Zones
Temporary Traffic Control for Building and Maintaining Single and Multi-Lane Roundabouts (guideline)
Although roundabouts have recently gained popularity and use in the United States, minimal guidance is available for constructing roundabouts or installing, maintaining, and removing temporary traffic … [Read more...] about Temporary Traffic Control for Building and Maintaining Single and Multi-Lane Roundabouts (guideline)
Applying the Americans with Disabilities Act in Work Zones: A Practitioner Guide
Many practitioners are looking for guidance and examples of common solutions for complying with the American with Disabilities Act to assist them in the development of their designs and specifications … [Read more...] about Applying the Americans with Disabilities Act in Work Zones: A Practitioner Guide