State departments of transportation dedicate considerable time and effort to creating safe driving and working conditions in roadway work zones. However, the prevalence and severity of crashes in work … [Read more...] about Mitigating Work-Zone Intrusion Risks
Temporary Traffic Control
NJDHTS – Work Zone Safety Train-the-Trainer for Police (In-Person)
This training is designed for experienced police personnel who seek to become trainers in work zone traffic control. The NJDOT and other agencies require enforcement personnel to be trained when … [Read more...] about NJDHTS – Work Zone Safety Train-the-Trainer for Police (In-Person)
Variable Speed Limits Control for Smart Work Zone With Connected Vehicles
Freeway work zones with lane closures can cause traffic disruption and congestion with increased travel time, safety risks, and emissions. Variable speed limit (VSL) control has been widely studied to … [Read more...] about Variable Speed Limits Control for Smart Work Zone With Connected Vehicles
Smart Work Zone Control and Performance Evaluation Based on Trajectory Data
Work zone control strategies, such as taper length and transverse rumble strips, have the potential to significantly impact traffic operations and safety. The performance of these strategies is often … [Read more...] about Smart Work Zone Control and Performance Evaluation Based on Trajectory Data
Webinar: Safe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnel in Work Zones
This interactive webinar equips law enforcement personnel with key knowledge and skills to improve safety and reduce crashes in work zones. Participants will learn about temporary traffic control, … [Read more...] about Webinar: Safe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnel in Work Zones
DOT Offering Real-Time Traffic Updates for Vantage Bridge
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has added real-time traffic updates for the Vantage Bridge on Interstate 90 to its online travel times page. This enhancement aids drivers … [Read more...] about DOT Offering Real-Time Traffic Updates for Vantage Bridge