Few researchers have investigated work zone layout design, noting that it does not adequately mitigate the risks associated with lane-changing behaviors. This gap may create unsafe conditions and … [Read more...] about Reducing Liability in Urban Work Zones by Quantifying Risks and Enhancing Layout Design and Regulations
Risk Analysis
Evaluating Traffic Conflicts and Crash Risk in Nighttime Maintenance Operation Areas of Highways Using Vehicles’ Trajectory Data
Highway pavement maintenance operations are increasingly conducted at night, when lane reduction combined with the complexity of nighttime conditions elevates driving risks within maintenance … [Read more...] about Evaluating Traffic Conflicts and Crash Risk in Nighttime Maintenance Operation Areas of Highways Using Vehicles’ Trajectory Data
A Traffic Conflict Risk Assessment Model for Highway Construction Zones Based on Trajectory Data
Highway construction zones present substantial safety challenges due to their dynamic and unpredictable traffic conditions. With the rising number of highway projects, limited accident data during … [Read more...] about A Traffic Conflict Risk Assessment Model for Highway Construction Zones Based on Trajectory Data
Investigating the Impact of Surrounding Vehicles on Merging Location Choice in Work Zones
Taper areas, where most merging events take place in work zones, have the highest crash probability within a work zone. To understand the factors contributing to the choice of merging location in work … [Read more...] about Investigating the Impact of Surrounding Vehicles on Merging Location Choice in Work Zones
Quantitative and Narrative Analysis of Dump Truck-Related Injuries and Fatalities in the United States
Dump truck safety recommendations have been implemented by companies, but a comprehensive study of risk factors associated with dump truck injuries and fatalities has not been performed. Published … [Read more...] about Quantitative and Narrative Analysis of Dump Truck-Related Injuries and Fatalities in the United States
Enhancing Highway Work Zone Safety and Mobility: Risk Factors From Drivers’ Perspective
Road crashes in highway work zones continue to be a persistent issue. When a driver passes through a highway work zone, their risk of being involved in an incident is higher. Highway work zone risks … [Read more...] about Enhancing Highway Work Zone Safety and Mobility: Risk Factors From Drivers’ Perspective