FHWA issues interim approval of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons at crosswalks FHWA issues interim approval of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons at crosswalks The new IA-21 allows for the optional use of RRFBs as pedestrian-activated visibility enhancements for pedestrian and school crossing warning signs under limited conditions. Josh WIlliams / Friday, June 1, 2018 0 5084 Article rating: 4.5 In a memorandum released on March 20, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) issued “Interim Approval (IA)-21 – Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at Crosswalks.” The new IA-21 allows for the optional use of RRFBs as pedestrian-activated visibility enhancements for pedestrian and school crossing warning signs under limited conditions. Read more
ATSSA continues to seek solutions for member company issues ATSSA continues to seek solutions for member company issues Association addresses concerns with hiring and retaining qualified workers SuperUser Account / Thursday, May 24, 2018 0 4162 Article rating: No rating The association works to provide high-quality training to roadway workers and advocates for transportation and infrastructure legislation and funding. Read more
ATSSA President & CEO advocates for roadway safety infrastructure during Infrastructure Week ATSSA President & CEO advocates for roadway safety infrastructure during Infrastructure Week ATSSA President & CEO Roger Wentz spoke in support of infrastructure during a press conference hosted by HMG SuperUser Account / Tuesday, May 15, 2018 0 4855 Article rating: 3.0 On May 15, the American Traffic Safety Services Association’s (ATSSA) President & CEO Roger Wentz spoke at a press conference hosted by the Highway Materials Group (HMG) in support of increased investment in roadway safety infrastructure. Read more
National Safety Council announces plan for moving TZD on roadways by 2050 National Safety Council announces plan for moving TZD on roadways by 2050 SuperUser Account / Tuesday, May 15, 2018 1 4538 Article rating: No rating As part of ongoing efforts by the National Safety Council (NSC), the Rand Corporation released a new report, which articulates a comprehensive plan for achieving zero deaths on our nation’s roadways by 2050. Read more
ATSSA explores importance of infrastructure for autonomous vehicles at ITS America ATSSA explores importance of infrastructure for autonomous vehicles at ITS America Session to highlight pavement markings, work zones, signage, and uses for vehicle fleet data SuperUser Account / Monday, May 14, 2018 0 5836 Article rating: No rating “Preparing Infrastructure for Automation Levels 1-3” will examine areas within roadway infrastructure that will be affected with the emergence of Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs). Read more
National Safety Council announces plan for moving TZD on roadways by 2050 National Safety Council announces plan for moving TZD on roadways by 2050 SuperUser Account / Monday, May 14, 2018 0 4338 Article rating: No rating As part of ongoing efforts by the National Safety Council (NSC), the Rand Corporation released a new report, which articulates a comprehensive plan for achieving zero deaths on our nation’s roadways by 2050. Read more
ATSSA members march toward the future at 2018 Midyear Meeting in Williamsburg, Virginia Registration is now open for ATSSA’s 2018 Midyear Meeting, happening August 22-24 in Williamsburg, Virginia. SuperUser Account / Thursday, May 10, 2018 0 3231 Article rating: 3.0 ATSSA members from across the country will gather at the Williamsburg Lodge to participate in association committee and council meetings in a joint effort to make their voices heard and help shape the future of the roadway safety industry, while focusing on the goal of moving Toward Zero Deaths on the nation’s roadways. Read more
ATSSA members march toward the future at 2018 Midyear Meeting in Williamsburg, Virginia ATSSA members march toward the future at 2018 Midyear Meeting in Williamsburg, Virginia SuperUser Account / Monday, May 7, 2018 0 3696 Article rating: No rating Registration is now open for ATSSA’s 2018 Midyear Meeting, happening August 22-24 in Williamsburg, Virginia. Read more
Recipients of 2018-2019 Foundation Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship announced Recipients of 2018-2019 Foundation Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship announced Student dependents impacted by work zone crashes receive $10,000 scholarships SuperUser Account / Thursday, May 3, 2018 0 4477 Article rating: No rating The American Traffic Safety Services Foundation has announced the eight recipients of the 2018-2019 Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship. Read more
Engineering students can now apply to enter the 2019 Traffic Control Device Challenge Engineering students can now apply to enter the 2019 Traffic Control Device Challenge Traffic Control Device Challenge promotes roadway safety innovation SuperUser Account / Monday, April 30, 2018 0 4813 Article rating: No rating The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Standing Committee on Traffic Control Devices (AHB50) have announced the launch of the 2019 Traffic Control Device (TCD) Challenge. Read more
29Jun2022 ATSSA’s president will be interviewed Friday on Road Dog News Wednesday, June 29, 2022 Read more