The objective of this research project was to identify and evaluate strategies to mitigate end-of-queue crashes at flagging stations on two-lane roads. The research team evaluated the following … [Read more...] about Evaluation of End-of-Queue Crash Mitigation Strategies at Flagging Stations on Two-Lane Roads
Persons and Personal Characteristics
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
Distraction of Experienced Drivers at a Construction Site Using Eye Tracker
More than a million people die and many more are injured every year in road crashes. There are various factors, which affect the chances of a road traffic injury, and many of them can be avoided/ … [Read more...] about Distraction of Experienced Drivers at a Construction Site Using Eye Tracker
Using Eye-Tracking for Traffic Control Signage Design at Highway Work Zone
This paper discusses the application of Eye Tracking (ET) technologies for researchers to understand a driver’s perception of signage at the highway work zone. Combining ET within a screen-based … [Read more...] about Using Eye-Tracking for Traffic Control Signage Design at Highway Work Zone
Effective Work Zone Safety Public Outreach
The national guidance document Toward Zero Deaths: A National Strategy on Highway Safety emphasizes the importance of integrating social science research with traditional highway safety approaches. … [Read more...] about Effective Work Zone Safety Public Outreach
ODOT Program Works to Educate Young Drivers About Work Zone Safety
To make sure that young drivers stay safe when they encounter work zones on the road, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has partnered with Work Zone Safe, a digital program that … [Read more...] about ODOT Program Works to Educate Young Drivers About Work Zone Safety