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The Effectiveness of LCD’s – A Study

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Work zones create unexpected conditions for all road users. In some cases, the complexity of the work zone can make it difficult for drivers to identify the correct travel path, which can result in driver confusion and possibly intrusion into the work zone. Longitudinal channelizing devices (LCDs) may be used instead of a line of cones, drums, or barricades.


Work Zone Traffic LCD White Paper

Friday, January 21st, 2011

There were 496 work zone traffic accidents on New York State Department of Transportation construction projects from 1994 through 1996. These accidents involved impacts with work zone traffic control devices and safety features; construction features, such as pavement bumps and joints; drainage features; excavations and materials; and construction vehicles, equipment, and workers.


FHWA Safety Update

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Crashworthy Work Zone Traffic Control Devices : Revised Procedures for submitting Work Zone Traffic Control Devices to FHWA Effective January 1, 2006


Work Zone Safety

Sunday, July 18th, 2010

The Work Zone Safety Power Workshop was held June 8-9, 2010 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The event, sponsored by ARTBA’s National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse was held in conjunction with the International Bridge Conference.