Successful transportation safety messages are only effective if travelers can comprehend the notices. However, one method of safety messaging, text-only messages, can be challenging for non-native … [Read more...] about Creating Effective Graphic Changeable Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) Messaging
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Work Zone Safety Innovations
FHWA, ARTBA and ATSSA joined forces to present a training webinar on Work Zone Safety Innovations, highlighting technologies that are now being used or tested to advance safety in a variety of … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Innovations
FDOT’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge Highlights Connected and Digital Technologies for Work Zone Safety
The Florida Department of Transportation’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge, held in Orlando alongside an Associated Contractors of America Florida event, showcased emerging technologies designed to improve … [Read more...] about FDOT’s 2025 SWIFTT Challenge Highlights Connected and Digital Technologies for Work Zone Safety
A Review of High-Visibility Clothing for Accident Prevention and Safety of Workers and Pedestrians
High visibility safety clothing incorporates critical elements, such as fluorescent colour and retro-reflective markings that provide visibility and identification both during the day and at night. … [Read more...] about A Review of High-Visibility Clothing for Accident Prevention and Safety of Workers and Pedestrians
PennDOT, PA. Turnpike Getting Ready for Winter Roads by Adding Green Lights
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike are enhancing winter road safety with $75 million in upgrades, including green lights on snow-clearing vehicles to improve visibility under Act 78. Officials … [Read more...] about PennDOT, PA. Turnpike Getting Ready for Winter Roads by Adding Green Lights
Development of Guidelines for Vehicle and Equipment Marking and Lighting
Roadway operations equipment used by state departments of transportation (DOTs) and transportation agencies for activities such as construction, maintenance, and incident response generally deploys on … [Read more...] about Development of Guidelines for Vehicle and Equipment Marking and Lighting