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Work Zone Flaggers Should Use STOP/SLOW Paddles Instead of Flags

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Work zone flagger

When it comes to managing traffic safely in road work zones, flaggers are on the front lines. Their job is critical: protecting both the motoring public and the workers in the work zone. One of the most important decisions a highway department or contractor can make is equipping flaggers with the right tools, namely, STOP/SLOW … Read more

The Safety Benefits of Backplates with Retroreflective Borders at Intersections

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Intersections are critical points on the road where traffic meets and diverges, and they are often locations where accidents are more likely to occur. Among the various safety measures that help reduce these risks, one effective but sometimes overlooked tool is the use of backplates with retroreflective borders on traffic signals. These simple enhancements can … Read more