Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller presented the Road Worker Protection Act before a Senate committee in Annapolis, advocating for increased fines and technological measures to safeguard highway work … [Read more...] about Maryland Lt. Gov. Miller Testifies in Favor of Bill to Enhance Highway Worker Safety
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Pennsylvania’s Work Zone Speed Safety Camera Program
This article highlights the initiation of the Work Zone Speed Safety Camera program in Pennsylvania, a collaborative effort by PennDOT, the PA Turnpike Commission, and the Pennsylvania State Police. … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania’s Work Zone Speed Safety Camera Program
Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers
This report presents proposals for temporary traffic control strategies aimed at reducing worker safety risks due to distracted driving in work zones. Development of these proposals was based on … [Read more...] about Reducing Risks to Worker Safety in Work Zones Due to Distracted Drivers
Addressing Encroachment-Related Safety Issues in Work Zones: A Guide
This report provides evidence-based guidelines to help address safety concerns associated with vehicle encroachment in work zones. Encroachment occurs when a vehicle inadvertently traverses across the … [Read more...] about Addressing Encroachment-Related Safety Issues in Work Zones: A Guide
Impact of Work Zone Warning Light Configurations on Driver Behavior
The Move Over Law (Minnesota Statute 169.18, Subdivision 11) recognizes the impact that lane choice has on worker safety by requiring drivers to move at least one lane away when passing a parked … [Read more...] about Impact of Work Zone Warning Light Configurations on Driver Behavior