Work zone safety is significantly impacted by vehicle intrusions, which are challenging incidents to control. Although the Federal Highway Administration and US state transportation agencies have … [Read more...] about Advancing Safety in Short-Term Utility Work Zones: Assessing the Role of Work Zone Intrusion Alert Technologies (WZIATs)
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Work-Zone Safety Overview for Managers and Lead Workers
This two-hour seminar provides an overview of basic traffic control and safety procedures for short-term work zones. The latest in traffic control devices and safety devices are presented, including … [Read more...] about Work-Zone Safety Overview for Managers and Lead Workers
Safety Improvements for Personnel and Vehicles in Short-Term Construction Sites
Despite all efforts to enhance safety, construction sites remain a major location for traffic accidents. Short-term construction sites, in particular, face limitations in implementing extensive safety … [Read more...] about Safety Improvements for Personnel and Vehicles in Short-Term Construction Sites
Vision-Based Warning System for Maintenance Personnel on Short-Term Roadwork Site
Researchers propose a vision-based warning system for the maintenance personnel working on short-term construction sites. Traditional solutions use passive protection, like setting up traffic cones, … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Warning System for Maintenance Personnel on Short-Term Roadwork Site
A Methodology for Scheduling Within-Day Roadway Work Zones Using Deep Neural Networks and Active Learning
City infrastructure agencies routinely implement road projects that address various elements of urban infrastructure. The majority of these projects are short-term in nature (e.g., utility repair), as … [Read more...] about A Methodology for Scheduling Within-Day Roadway Work Zones Using Deep Neural Networks and Active Learning
Iowa DOT Using Audible Attenuators to Increase Short-Term Work Zone Awareness
The Iowa Department of Transportation is employing a number of safety practices including the use of audible attenuators on short-term, stationary, or slow-moving maintenance operations. The … [Read more...] about Iowa DOT Using Audible Attenuators to Increase Short-Term Work Zone Awareness