Falls continue to be one of the most serious hazards in roadway work zones and transportation construction. This two-part webinar series offers a comprehensive overview of fall risks, Occupational … [Read more...] about Preventing Falls During Transportation Construction
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The Analysis of Struck-By Accidents at Construction Sites in Malaysia
The construction industry is critical to supporting Malaysia's economic growth. Despite its significance, this business is also classified as the most dangerous owing to its high risk of causing … [Read more...] about The Analysis of Struck-By Accidents at Construction Sites in Malaysia
HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has ordered a traffic police report on fatalities caused by potholes and frequent road digging. The court highlighted poor coordination among various agencies … [Read more...] about HC Orders Traffic Report on Road Deaths Due to Potholes, Urges Better Coordination in Repairs
A Roller Operator and a Work Crew Foreman Died When They Were Struck by a Motorist in a Highway Work Zone
A 57-year-old asphalt roller operator and a 35-year-old crew foreman died on November 23, 1999, from multiple traumatic injuries received when they were struck by a light pickup truck traveling at a … [Read more...] about A Roller Operator and a Work Crew Foreman Died When They Were Struck by a Motorist in a Highway Work Zone
Assessment of Barriers and Drivers to the Adoption of Machine Learning Technologies in Road Construction Site Accident Prevention
The construction industry is fraught with danger. The investigation of the causes of occupational accidents receives considerable attention. Despite the introduction of numerous safety preventive … [Read more...] about Assessment of Barriers and Drivers to the Adoption of Machine Learning Technologies in Road Construction Site Accident Prevention
Strategies to Reduce Truck Mounted Attenuator Crashes
Virginia has seen an annual increase in truck mounted attenuator (TMA) crashes since 2015. These have primarily been struck-from-behind crashes during mobile operations. The objective of this project … [Read more...] about Strategies to Reduce Truck Mounted Attenuator Crashes