Maintenance and other field workers are exposed to hazards that require a higher level of management than traditional office-based positions within state departments of transportation (DOTs). TRB … [Read more...] about TRB Webinar: How DOTs Manage to Keep Maintenance Workers Safe
Worker Safety
Statement by Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety, Health on 2021 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker issued a statement regarding the release by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of its 2021 Census of Fatal … [Read more...] about Statement by Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety, Health on 2021 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries
Vision-Based Warning System for Maintenance Personnel on Short-Term Roadwork Site
Researchers propose a vision-based warning system for the maintenance personnel working on short-term construction sites. Traditional solutions use passive protection, like setting up traffic cones, … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Warning System for Maintenance Personnel on Short-Term Roadwork Site
Real-Time Monitoring of Work-at-Height Safety Hazards in Construction Sites Using Drones and Deep Learning
The construction field is considered one of the most dangerous industries. Accidents and fatalities take place on a daily basis in construction projects. Globally, different levels of government have … [Read more...] about Real-Time Monitoring of Work-at-Height Safety Hazards in Construction Sites Using Drones and Deep Learning
Fatal and Nonfatal Transportation Injuries in the Construction Industry, 2011-2020
Transportation injuries are a leading cause of injuries in the construction industry, accounting for 25% of fatal injuries among all construction workers and 4% of nonfatal injuries among private … [Read more...] about Fatal and Nonfatal Transportation Injuries in the Construction Industry, 2011-2020
Education on Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety’s for Road Construction Workers at State Highway-85 During COVID-19 Pandemic Situation
India is a fast Developing Country in the World. During Construction or development of Road Projects occurs an Accidents for Labours , Traffic Vehicles in sometime Environmental problems are created … [Read more...] about Education on Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety’s for Road Construction Workers at State Highway-85 During COVID-19 Pandemic Situation