The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is introducing new safety measures and public awareness efforts to improve safety in highway work zones. Initiatives include illuminated speed limit … [Read more...] about WisDOT Launches New Traffic Safety Measures for Work Zones
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Creating Effective Graphic Changeable Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) Messaging
Successful transportation safety messages are only effective if travelers can comprehend the notices. However, one method of safety messaging, text-only messages, can be challenging for non-native … [Read more...] about Creating Effective Graphic Changeable Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) Messaging
Gov. Ivey Signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
The article reports that Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act, establishing a pilot program to deploy photographic speed enforcement systems in interstate … [Read more...] about Gov. Ivey Signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
Performance of Different Vibrotactile Warning Strategies for Struck-By Hazards in Highway Construction Work Zones
Struck-by accidents are the foremost cause of fatalities at highway construction sites. Traditional visual and auditory alerts often fall short in addressing this issue due to the noisy and dynamic … [Read more...] about Performance of Different Vibrotactile Warning Strategies for Struck-By Hazards in Highway Construction Work Zones
Nashville, Tennessee In-Person Training: Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety in Work Zones
Commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) contribute disproportionately to serious work zone crashes, and understanding their operational needs is critical for designing and managing safer work zones. This … [Read more...] about Nashville, Tennessee In-Person Training: Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety in Work Zones
Assessing Injury Risk Factors Among Construction Workers in Highway Work Zones
Construction workers in highway work zones frequently encounter considerable injury risks. Numerous hazards, including heavy equipment, vehicular traffic, and challenging environmental conditions, … [Read more...] about Assessing Injury Risk Factors Among Construction Workers in Highway Work Zones