The article discusses New York Governor Kathy Hochul's proposal to make speed cameras in highway construction zones a permanent fixture. Hochul emphasized the success of the pilot program, which … [Read more...] about Gov. Hochul: Speed Cameras in Highway Construction Zones Should be Permanent
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Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
The aim of this study is to identify factors that affect injury severity levels of work zone rear-end crashes with high collision speeds (35 mi/hr). Using statewide crash data provided by the South … [Read more...] about Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
Personal Protective Equipment in Construction
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has finalized a revision to its personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry, requiring that PPE properly fit workers to … [Read more...] about Personal Protective Equipment in Construction
OSHA Finalizes New Personal Protective Equipment Rule for Construction
A new OSHA rule requiring construction employers to provide properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) will take effect on January 13. Finalized on December 11, the regulation aims to … [Read more...] about OSHA Finalizes New Personal Protective Equipment Rule for Construction
Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Michigan is implementing automated cameras in work zones and on school buses to enhance road safety by reducing speeding and enforcing traffic laws. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation … [Read more...] about Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Michigan has enacted House Bills 4132 and 4133, introducing safety cameras in construction work zones to curb speeding and enhance worker safety. The state joins 23 others already using this … [Read more...] about Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones