On the French national road network, over the past ten years, from one to two road workers are killed and thirty injured during interventions every year. The number of killed and severely injured is … [Read more...] about Human Science and Professional Approaches to Improve Road Worker and Driver Safety on Workzones
Work Zone Safety
Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
As China's road network enters the maintenance era, work zones will become a common sight on the roads. With the development of automated driving, vehicles equipped with Level 2/3 automated driving … [Read more...] about Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
Driving Risks Assessment and In-Vehicle Warning Design for Improving Work Zone Safety
Work zones present unique risks to both workers and road users due to its complex and dynamic nature. This study developed a two-stage in-vehicle warning system aimed at refining driver behavior when … [Read more...] about Driving Risks Assessment and In-Vehicle Warning Design for Improving Work Zone Safety
Investigating Patterns and Causes of Struck-By Accidents in Roadway Construction Projects
Struck-by accidents involving vehicle intrusions and heavy equipment in construction work zones, particularly utility systems, highways, streets and bridge projects, pose significant safety risks. … [Read more...] about Investigating Patterns and Causes of Struck-By Accidents in Roadway Construction Projects
KY Adding Traffic Cameras to Construction Zones to Deter Speeders. What to Know
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced a new initiative to enhance safety in highway work zones by deploying automated speed enforcement cameras. Equipped with radar and photographic … [Read more...] about KY Adding Traffic Cameras to Construction Zones to Deter Speeders. What to Know
PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police Announce ‘Operation Yellow Jacket’ Speed Enforcement in Highway Work Zones
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and the Highway Safety Network have launched Operation Yellow Jacket in District 2 work zones to improve … [Read more...] about PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police Announce ‘Operation Yellow Jacket’ Speed Enforcement in Highway Work Zones