Summary
This document is a guide that outlines work zone traffic safety measures to prevent injuries and fatalities caused by vehicles or mobile equipment. It details the importance of implementing traffic controls, which include signs, cones, barrels, and barriers, to ensure that drivers, workers on foot, and pedestrians can navigate safely around construction sites. The guide specifies that construction project managers are responsible for establishing traffic control plans within these work zones. It describes the use of approved traffic control devices and the necessity of flaggers wearing high-visibility clothing to enhance their visibility. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of proper lighting at flagger stations and the requirement for flaggers to be trained and certified. The document also mentions the need for safety measures such as seat belts and rollover protection on equipment and vehicles, as recommended by manufacturers.
