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The History of Traffic Cones
2nd Jan 2018
Believe it or not, traffic cones are considered one of America’s most important inventions. Traffic cones are used every day by road crews as a notification to drivers to not enter that lane o…
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices: 2017 Review of Updates
2nd Jan 2018
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), first published in 1935, standardizes how traffic control devices should be installed and maintained. These regulations apply to all public st…
Slow Down Signs
14th Dec 2017
Putting
speed limits in place is critical for the safety of drivers, road users and
pedestrians in the USA. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices - or MUTCD - sets out a universally acc…
Roll-Up Construction Signs │ The Importance of Having the Proper Signs for Road Closures
11th Dec 2017
Construction signs are important because they warn motorists of hazardous conditions ahead. The challenge for road and construction crews is to effectively post these signs for high visibility. Thi…
Reflecting on the Science of Reflectors
3rd Dec 2017
When you are driving on a long stretch of unlit, monotonous highway in the middle of the night, those reflectors – whether on posts, signs, or along the road itself – are like angelic beacons reass…
Why Safety Decals and Warning Labels are Important to Your Business
29th Nov 2017
If you're an industrial business, the risk of an employee injuring themselves is elevated simply because of the nature of their jobs or their work environment. You want to protect your employees and y…
7 Most Dangerous DUI Myths
20th Nov 2017
Drunk driving is a common and dangerous problem. In 2010, over four million U.S. adults admitted to driving intoxicated. Over a million adults are arrested each year.
Unfortunately, many drivers…
The History of Road Signs
20th Nov 2017
The history of road signs starts with the history of the first roads. The Roman Empire was the first civilization to construct roads. At its height, the Romans created 4,400 pound stone markers, re…
What the MUTCD Says About Sign Bases and Posts
18th Nov 2017
The role of
sign bases in maintaining safety is vital. Signs certainly won’t serve their
purpose if they aren’t properly supported.
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) i…
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