A new kind of worker joins the ranks of WSDOT construction crews: the roboflagger. The roboflagger is WSDOT's latest tool to make work zones safer for both driver and crews. Remotely controlled by a … [Read more...] about Roboflagger Takes a Stand for Work Zone Safety on US 2
Worker Safety
ARTBA Makes Multi-Lingual Roadway Safety Training Program Presentation at International Transportation Conference
During the "2007 Border-to-Border Transportation Conference" which was held in McAllen, Texas, April 17-19, ARTBA Vice President of Safety & Education Brad Sant, in his presentation, shared the … [Read more...] about ARTBA Makes Multi-Lingual Roadway Safety Training Program Presentation at International Transportation Conference
ARTBA Offers Congressional Panel Recommendations to Combat Roadway Work Zone Accidents
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) told a congresional panel today that: all state and local government contracts for highway and bridge work using federal dollars … [Read more...] about ARTBA Offers Congressional Panel Recommendations to Combat Roadway Work Zone Accidents
ARTBA Announces College Financial Assistance to Children of Fallen Highway Workers
The children of highway workers killed or permanently disabled on the job will receive financial assistance in their pursuit of higher education thanks to scholarships announced by the American Road … [Read more...] about ARTBA Announces College Financial Assistance to Children of Fallen Highway Workers
In an Instant… Work Zone Accidents Cause Injuries, Death
In just an instant, an accident can occur in a highway work zone causing property damage, injuries and sometimes death. Kansas highway workers know this to be all too true. Larry Rohr, KDOT … [Read more...] about In an Instant… Work Zone Accidents Cause Injuries, Death
Stay Alive in the Work Zone: Safety Should Never Take a Break
An article aimed at construction workers reminding them how important safety on the job really is. … [Read more...] about Stay Alive in the Work Zone: Safety Should Never Take a Break