Pere Navarro, the General Director of Traffic (DGT) in Spain, and Gloria Ramos, the Head of the State Road Demarcation in Madrid presented new smart-cone devices designed to prevent traffic accidents. … [Read more...] about Spain’s DGT Presents Its New Smart-Cone Devices Designed to Prevent Traffic Accidents
Worker Safety
Safety Helmet Detection at Construction Sites Using YOLOv5 and YOLOR
Wearing a helmet is mandatory for workers at construction sites. It is very important for the safety of workers during work. In many scenarios, detecting workers not wearing helmets can prevent … [Read more...] about Safety Helmet Detection at Construction Sites Using YOLOv5 and YOLOR
Preventive Measures of Struck-by Accidents at the Construction Site: Perspectives From Construction Personnel in Johor
Struck-by accidents are among the main contributor to fatality number in the Malaysian construction industry. From the standpoint of construction safety professionals, this study explores the main … [Read more...] about Preventive Measures of Struck-by Accidents at the Construction Site: Perspectives From Construction Personnel in Johor
Overview of Controlling Silica Exposure in Work Zones
This course provides a basic overview of the hazards of exposure to respirable crystalline silica while working on transportation construction projects, and how to develop and implement controls and … [Read more...] about Overview of Controlling Silica Exposure in Work Zones
Wearable Technology for Highway Maintenance and Operation Safety: A Survey of Workers’ Perception and Preferences
Securing the safety of highway work zones is one of the most pressing issues in the highway maintenance and operation community. Recent studies have indicated that highway workers keep suffering from … [Read more...] about Wearable Technology for Highway Maintenance and Operation Safety: A Survey of Workers’ Perception and Preferences
Use of Safety Management Systems in Managing Highway Maintenance Worker Safety
Safety and health programs are vital to the success of state departments of transportation (DOTs). While the safety of all DOT employees is paramount, maintenance and other field workers are exposed … [Read more...] about Use of Safety Management Systems in Managing Highway Maintenance Worker Safety