This Fact Sheet summarizes best practices related to rolling roadblocks for short-term road work activities requiring a short-term full closure of the roadway. … [Read more...] about Safely Implementing Rolling Roadblocks for Short-term Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Utility Work Zones
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Using Social Media to Inform the Public – Caltrans News Flash #188
The implementation of social media has changed the game for public service, especially at the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), where public information officers use social media … [Read more...] about Using Social Media to Inform the Public – Caltrans News Flash #188
More Safety Measures Could be Coming to Protect Highway Construction Workers in Indiana
Following the death of Justin Nance, who was killed while working on a project in northern Hamilton County, near the intersection of U.S. 31 and 286th Street, leaders in the industry start to look for … [Read more...] about More Safety Measures Could be Coming to Protect Highway Construction Workers in Indiana
Pedestrian Safety Group Demonstrates Accessible Sidewalk Work Zone in Atlanta
PEDS, an advocacy group that provides technical expertise, outreach, and training to help make streets safe and inviting places to walk, held a demonstration of an accessible work zone on October … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Safety Group Demonstrates Accessible Sidewalk Work Zone in Atlanta
‘Cone Zone’ Helps Track Street Projects
The city of Grand Island’s website has a “Cone Zone” section which lists all the road closures. Details include the location, project description, the agency doing the work, and start and completion … [Read more...] about ‘Cone Zone’ Helps Track Street Projects
M-DOT Issues Road Construction Map
The Michigan Department of Transportation issued a work zone map to show where road projects are planned around the state and around the Upper Peninsula. Motorists can visit the ‘mi drive’ website … [Read more...] about M-DOT Issues Road Construction Map