This report presents the findings of tests and evaluations of several new work zone safety devices. The prototypes of the 25 devices were designed, developed, fabricated, tested, evaluated, and … [Read more...] about Maintenance Work Zone Safety Devices Development and Evaluation
Warning Devices
Paving Contractor Makes Device to Save Lives: Horn Warns Workers When Motorists Enter the Work Zone
This article discusses the Flagmaster, a device flaggers can use to audibly alert highway workers of potential danger. It includes a horn that is mounted into the the staff of a Stop/Slow paddle. When … [Read more...] about Paving Contractor Makes Device to Save Lives: Horn Warns Workers When Motorists Enter the Work Zone
Devices and early warning methods used to reduce hits on low-clearance structures
TxDOT has used high-load detection systems around the state. One system consists of a laser transmitter and receiver installed at clearance height on each side of the road. When the beam is broken by … [Read more...] about Devices and early warning methods used to reduce hits on low-clearance structures