Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet presents traffic monitoring and management systems, Intelligent Transportation System technologies, positive separation, and regulatory or program controls.
Modules Covered:
Runovers/…MoreReducing Worker Run-overs and Back-overs
Featured Items:
RSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for Contractors (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet reviews proper TTCD set up, protective clothing, positive separation, access/egress, ITCP, prevention devices such as back up alarms, and best practices for supervisors.
Modules Covere…MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for All Workers (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet defines runovers and backovers and and quantifies the scope of the problem. It makes workers aware of the specific hazards and how to avoid them, including what to wear, where to be, how …MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Course (Training)
The Introduction defines runovers and backovers and quantifies the scope of the problem. The Basic Awareness segment makes workers aware of the specific hazards and how to avoid them, including what t… More
“Know the Blind Spots” Poster
To order free copies of the "Know the Blind Spots" poster, please email Melanie Laird, mlaird@artba.org.
More
2009 National Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference
The acclaimed Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference managed by the ARTBA - Transportation Development Foundation was held March 9-13 in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction with World o… More
Internal Traffic Control Plans (ITCP)
One way to prevent these fatalities is to implement traffic patterns on jobsites to reduce the amount of backing up that is necessary and minimize the exposure of workers on foot to vehicles. Th… More
Preventing Backovers
Did you know that the leading cause of fatalities for workers in work zones is being run over or backed over by vehicles? While we often worry about construction workers being killed by motorists, r… More
Road Worker Killed by Reversing Dump Truck (Publication)
Resource Type: Articles, News and Other Non-research Articles
A Tampa road worker, 26-year-old Kimbrough W. Haines III, was working in a construction zone when a dump truck backed over and killed him.MoreSafety of Workers Behind Heavy Vehicles: Assessment of Three Types of Reverse Alarm (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
New technology for heavy vehicle reverse alarms has recently appeared on the market. According to the manufacturer, this technology, based on the use of a broadband signal (shh…shh…shh signal), is…MorePreventing Worker Injuries and Deaths from Backing Construction Vehicles and Equipment at Roadway Construction Worksites (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
Workers on roadway construction worksites are exposed to possible injury and death from moving construction vehicles and equipment. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recomme…MoreRoadway Safety+ Version 11.0: Toolbox Pamphlets and Trainee Booklets in English, Spanish, and Portuguese (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
It includes the following 13 Toolbox Pamphlets and Trainee Booklets that are included in Roadway Safety+ Version 11.0:Disaster Response Toolbox PamphletElectrical Hazards Toolbox PamphletEmergencies T…MoreLaborer Run Over by Reversing Dump Truck in Highway Work Zone (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
This bulletin reports the loss of life of a construction worker who was backed over by a dump truck on July 9, 2011 while working on resurfacing a state highway. Requirements and recommendations are p…MoreDOH Worker Hit and Killed in Work Zone (Publication)
Resource Type: Articles, News and Other Non-research Articles
A Department of Highways (DOH) worker was struck and killed by a work release inmate backing up a DOH truck near Charleston. The circumstances of the incident are being investigated, but according t…MoreWorker from Brownsburg, 33, is Killed in Mishap on I-465/Allisonville Project (Publication)
Resource Type: Articles, News and Other Non-research Articles
David Anderson, a 33-year-old man was killed while installing a protective barrier when an excavator backed over him. Investigators are seeking to reconstruct the accident to determine why it occurred…MoreBest Practices in Work Zone Safety at LōTRANS 2012: Local Transportation Asset Management Virtual Conference & Innovation Showcase
September 18-20, 2012 at your desktop
On September 18-20 at your desktop or laptop, the Clearinghouse hosted the comprehensive "Best Practices in Work Zone Safety" at the Local Transportation Ass… More
Roadway Safety+: Quizzes
The quizzes below are included in the Roadway Safety Program. They are made available here for your convenience.
Disaster Response
Electrical Hazards
Emergencies
Excavation
Fall Hazard… More
Posters
Posters Available from the Clearinghouse
Posters below are free to request from the clearinghouse. You may click on a link to view the image of the poster. To order free copies of any of those… More
Work Zone Death Reports: Hispanic Laborer Run Over and Killed by a Backing Flat Bed Dump Truck / Reporte de Muertes en las Zonas de Trabajo: Trabajador hispano muere atropellado por camión de carga en retroceso (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
This brochure provides a case report of a backing incident in which a young hispanic worker was backed over by a flat bed dump truck and killed. It offers tips to management and workers on how to avoi…MoreDevelop Methods to Reduce or Prevent Backing Crashes (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
Workplace motor vehicle incidents at Caltrans are a significant cause of injuries, employee lost time, and property damage. Because backing crashes are major contributors to motor vehicle incidents, i…MoreRoadway Safety+ Version 11.1: Toolbox Pamphlets and Trainee Booklets in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
Toolbox Pamphlets in English
Toolbox Pamphlets in Spanish
Toolbox Pamphlets in Portuguese
Trainee Booklets in English
Trainee Booklets in Spanish
Trainee Booklets in Portuguese
… More
RSP+ Instructor Guide (Publication)
Resource Type: Manuals, Policies, Guidelines, and Handbooks, etc.
The RSP+ Instructor Guide provides background information and navigation guidance for presenters of the RSP+ Macromedia Presentation Modules in the Basic Awareness, Runover/Backovers, Night Work, and …MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for Agency/Owners (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet presents traffic monitoring and management systems, Intelligent Transportation System technologies, positive separation, and regulatory or program controls.
Modules Covered:
Runovers/…MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for Contractors (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet reviews proper TTCD set up, protective clothing, positive separation, access/egress, ITCP, prevention devices such as back up alarms, and best practices for supervisors.
Modules Covere…MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for Operators/Drivers (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet focuses on the ITCP (Internal Traffic Control Plan) and on protections such as back up alarms, video cameras, radar and spotters.
Modules Covered:
Runovers/Backovers
&n…MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Toolbox Pamphlet for All Workers (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The pamphlet defines runovers and backovers and and quantifies the scope of the problem. It makes workers aware of the specific hazards and how to avoid them, including what to wear, where to be, how …MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Trainee Booklet (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The booklet defines runovers and backovers and quantifies the scope of the problem. The All Workers section makes workers aware of the specific hazards and how to avoid them, including what to wear, w…MoreRSP+ Runovers/Backovers Course (Training)
The Introduction defines runovers and backovers and quantifies the scope of the problem. The Basic Awareness segment makes workers aware of the specific hazards and how to avoid them, including what t… More
FHWA Work Zone Safety Grant Products
Grant Product Survey Summary: Highlights from 2011 Practitioner Work Group Meeting
Background
Section 1409 of the Safe Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Us… More
“Know the Blind Spots” Poster
To order free copies of the "Know the Blind Spots" poster, please email Melanie Laird, mlaird@artba.org.
More
Avoiding Runovers & Backovers Video (Training)
This video provides "common sense" tips and information about safe work procedures to reduce and eliminate the hazards which lead to death and injury for roadway construction workers. More
The Safe Use of Vehicles on Construction Sites: A Guide for Clients, Designers, Contractors, Managers and Workers Involved with Construction Transport (Publication)
Resource Type: Manuals, Policies, Guidelines, and Handbooks, etc.
This book gives practical guidance on how to prevent vehicle accidents on construction sites. It provides information on planning and managing vehicle operations; selecting and maintaining vehicles an…MoreNew Website on Backovers Highlights Prevention (Publication)
Resource Type: Articles, News and Other Non-research Articles
In December, 2008, the National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse website launched a new section dedicated to backover prevention. Backovers and runovers are the leading cause of worker death…MoreUsing the Newly Released Version of Roadway Safety+ Training Program (Training)
On August 6, 2009, Walter Jones, Associate Director of Occupational Safety and Health for the Laborers Health and Safety Fund of North America, in Washington, DC., provided a virtual tour of the new v… More
2009 National Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference
The acclaimed Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference managed by the ARTBA - Transportation Development Foundation was held March 9-13 in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction with World o… More
Links
OSHA's Preventing Backovers website
Kids and Cars website
This website is devoted to prevent kids from being backed over by their parents or others (e.g. in large SUVs with big blind spots).
… More
Research
This page includes links to research on backover prevention and on highway work zone safety.
NIOSH Publication: Preventing Worker Injuries and Deaths from Backing Construction Vehicles and Equ… More
Blind Spot Alley
NIOSH has recently developed a library of diagrams showing the size and shape of the blind spots from a variety of construction vehicles. This might be useful in looking at your own equipment or hel… More
Internal Traffic Control Plans (ITCP)
One way to prevent these fatalities is to implement traffic patterns on jobsites to reduce the amount of backing up that is necessary and minimize the exposure of workers on foot to vehicles. Th… More
NIOSH FACE Reports
Below are links to reports from NIOSH investigations of road construction fatalities where workers were run over or backed over by construction equipment. They offer recommendations for prevention.… More
Preventing Backovers
Did you know that the leading cause of fatalities for workers in work zones is being run over or backed over by vehicles? While we often worry about construction workers being killed by motorists, r… More
2007 National Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference
The National Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Conference — the premier event for traffic management and roadway safety professionals was held October 9-12 in Fort Lauderdale Florida… More
Backing (Training)
Covers some precautions that can prevent most backing accidents and also covers some ways to reduce common problems when backing. More