The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) proposes changes to the Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices regulations (23 CFR 630, Subparts J & K) through a Notice of … [Read more...] about Federal Highway Administration Calls for Comment on NPRM for Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices
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CMV Safety in Work Zones Webinar
Roadway workers play an essential role in ensuring our roadways are safe for all users. In order to accomplish this, workers are put in an extremely vulnerable position. In 2021, 33.3% of fatal work … [Read more...] about CMV Safety in Work Zones Webinar
Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Illinois Department of Transportation
Federal regulations in 23 CFR Part 630 Subpart J require States to conduct a work zone process review (WZPR) every 2 years to evaluate work zone processes and procedures, as well as identify … [Read more...] about Data-Driven Work Zone Process Reviews Case Study: Illinois Department of Transportation
Connecticut Officials Launch Work Zone Safety Initiative on Roads
Connecticut officials announced the launch of a work zone safety initiative, a one-year pilot program with automated speed cameras in highway work zones. The program is designed to reduce speeding and … [Read more...] about Connecticut Officials Launch Work Zone Safety Initiative on Roads
Identification of National Work Zone Safety Objectives and Activities: Summary Report
This summary report documents the results of an effort to develop a list of needs, objectives, and activities for enhancing safety in and around work zones nationally. The report aims to assist … [Read more...] about Identification of National Work Zone Safety Objectives and Activities: Summary Report
Signal Processing and Alert Logic Evaluation for IoT–Based Work Zone Proximity Safety System
Construction projects are dynamic by nature because of continuously moving resources such as heavy equipment and workers. This nature necessarily results in proximity hazards, especially on a … [Read more...] about Signal Processing and Alert Logic Evaluation for IoT–Based Work Zone Proximity Safety System