616.14 Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy - Revision history

Hoskir: /* 616.14.2 Fundamental Principles */

2024-08-29T12:47:08Z

616.14.2 Fundamental Principles

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	* Providing those whose actions affect the temporary traffic control zone with training appropriate to their level of responsibility.		* Providing those whose actions affect the temporary traffic control zone with training appropriate to their level of responsibility.

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	* Employing the same basic safety principles used to design permanent roadways.		* Employing the same basic safety principles used to design permanent roadways.

Hoskir: /* 616.14.3.7 Permittee */ updated link for intent to work

2023-10-10T20:56:47Z

616.14.3.7 Permittee: updated link for intent to work

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	Responsibilities of permittees include:		Responsibilities of permittees include:
	* Submitting a [https://www.modot.org/~~permits~~ Notice of Intent to Perform Work] form to the respective MoDOT district office for all work on state highway right of way.		* Submitting a [https://www.modot.org/intent-work Notice of Intent to Perform Work] form to the respective MoDOT district office for all work on state highway right of way.
	* Identifying a point of contact that shall be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week while the permittee maintains a presence on state highway right of way and that shall be capable of correcting any deficiencies in a timely manner.		* Identifying a point of contact that shall be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week while the permittee maintains a presence on state highway right of way and that shall be capable of correcting any deficiencies in a timely manner.
	* Designating a trained person at the work level who shall have the primary responsibility, with sufficient authority, for implementing the temporary traffic control plan and other safety and mobility aspects of the permit work.		* Designating a trained person at the work level who shall have the primary responsibility, with sufficient authority, for implementing the temporary traffic control plan and other safety and mobility aspects of the permit work.

Hallej1: /* 616.14.3.1 Central Office */ RR 3526

2022-07-28T18:07:41Z

616.14.3.1 Central Office: RR 3526

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	===616.14.3.1 Central Office===		===616.14.3.1 Central Office===

	Central Office, under the leadership of [~~http~~://sp/sites/ts/~~Pages/default.aspx~~ Traffic], is responsible for setting work zone policies and guidelines, identifying and communicating issues related to the condition, design and usage of temporary traffic control devices, as well as the set-up, maintenance, general appearance and functionality of work zones. Responsibilities of Central Office includes:		Central Office, under the leadership of [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/ts Highway Safety/Traffic], is responsible for setting work zone policies and guidelines, identifying and communicating issues related to the condition, design and usage of temporary traffic control devices, as well as the set-up, maintenance, general appearance and functionality of work zones. Responsibilities of Central Office includes:

	* Providing work zone direction and guidance.		* Providing work zone direction and guidance.
	* Sharing best practices.		* Sharing best practices.
	* Evaluating the effectiveness of work zones quarterly by tracking the percent of work zones meeting traffic flow and visibility expectations and reporting the results in the Tracker. Refer to [[#616.14.5 Tracking Measures\|EPG 616.14.5 Tracking Measures]] for more information.		* Evaluating the effectiveness of work zones quarterly by tracking the percent of work zones meeting traffic flow and visibility expectations and reporting the results in the Tracker. Refer to [[#616.14.5 Tracking Measures\|EPG 616.14.5 Tracking Measures]] for more information.
	* Performing quality assurance inspections of work zones on a routine basis and district work zone ~~audits~~ on an annual basis.		* Performing quality assurance inspections and reviews of work zones on a routine basis and district work zone reviews on an annual basis. Video recording during work zone reviews shall follow [[#616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team \| EPG 616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team ]] guidance for video recording.
	* Evaluating work zone safety by tracking the number of fatalities and injuries in work zones annually.		* Evaluating work zone safety by tracking the number of fatalities and injuries in work zones annually.
	* Continually pursuing improvement of work zone safety and mobility processes and procedures by analyzing the data collected through the above tracking mechanisms.		* Continually pursuing improvement of work zone safety and mobility processes and procedures by analyzing the data collected through the above tracking mechanisms.
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	===616.14.3.2 District Offices===		===616.14.3.2 District Offices===

Hallej1: /* 616.14.3.2.3 District Work Zone Coordinator */

2022-07-28T18:03:50Z

616.14.3.2.3 District Work Zone Coordinator

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	* Providing district staff with input on work zone design and operation.		* Providing district staff with input on work zone design and operation.
	* Performing quality assurance of work zones to promote consistency and compliance with policies and guidelines.		* Performing quality assurance of work zones to promote consistency and compliance with policies and guidelines.
	* Monitoring work zone inspections and identifying areas of need for improvement.		* Monitoring work zone inspections and reviews and identifying areas of need for improvement. If the district requests to video record their work zone reviews, the District Work Zone Coordinator shall supervise the review processes and shall follow [[#616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team \| EPG 616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team ]] guidance for video recordings.
	* Conducting post construction reviews on major impact work zone projects to determine what successes they had and what improvements need to be implemented on future projects of similar impact.		* Conducting post construction reviews on major impact work zone projects to determine what successes they had and what improvements need to be implemented on future projects of similar impact.

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	====616.14.3.2.4 Project Core Team====		====616.14.3.2.4 Project Core Team====

Hallej1: /* 616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team */ RR- 3526

2022-07-28T17:58:48Z

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 * Conducting annual reviews of work zone planning, design, implementation, management, and operation in multiple districts for compliance with this policy.
 * Identifying strengths and weaknesses observed during the review.
 * Communicating findings and recommendations to MoDOT management and personnel.
 ===616.14.3.5 Federal Highway Administration===

Smithk: Per TP, updated Major Highway System map

2022-06-03T13:14:23Z

Per TP, updated Major Highway System map

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	1. It is an interstate project occupying a location for more than 3 days with either intermittent or continuous lane closures.		1. It is an interstate project occupying a location for more than 3 days with either intermittent or continuous lane closures.

	2. The project is on a [[media:144 Major Highway System ~~2021~~.pdf\|Major Route]] in an urban area.		2. The project is on a [[media:144 Major Highway System 2022.pdf\|Major Route]] in an urban area.

	3. The project will cause capacity values to exceed those in the Work Zone Guidelines. Refer to [[616.25.MoDOT Work Zone Guidelines#Roadway Capacities\|Roadway Capacities]].		3. The project will cause capacity values to exceed those in the Work Zone Guidelines. Refer to [[616.25.MoDOT Work Zone Guidelines#Roadway Capacities\|Roadway Capacities]].

Smithk: /* 616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan */ updated links

2022-02-15T18:44:25Z

616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan: updated links

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	\|[~~http~~:~~//sp/sites/de/epg/Shared%20Documents/~~616.14.~~10%20Rte%2054~~.pdf Rte. 54 Missouri River Bridge]		\|[[media:616.14.10_Rte_54.pdf\|Rte. 54 Missouri River Bridge]]
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	\|[~~http~~:~~//sp/sites/de/epg/Shared%20Documents/~~616.14.~~10%20TMP~~.pdf Rte. 79 Bridge K-487 over Noix Creek]		\|[[media:616.14.10_TMP.pdf\|Rte. 79 Bridge K-487 over Noix Creek]]
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	In addition to the TCP, the necessary JSPs should be included to ensure the work zone operates as desired and so the contractor is aware of all contractual obligations in regards to work zone management. A variety of JSPs may be appropriate for the project including, but not limited to, Work Zone Traffic Management, Emergency Provisions and Incident Management, Zipper Merge, Work Zone Intelligent Transportation Systems (WZITS), and Law Enforcement.		In addition to the TCP, the necessary JSPs should be included to ensure the work zone operates as desired and so the contractor is aware of all contractual obligations in regards to work zone management. A variety of JSPs may be appropriate for the project including, but not limited to, Work Zone Traffic Management, Emergency Provisions and Incident Management, Zipper Merge, Work Zone Intelligent Transportation Systems (WZITS), and Law Enforcement.

Smithk: /* 616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan */ Per TS, added info associated with the WZ Management Guidebook

2021-12-14T20:38:28Z

616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan: Per TS, added info associated with the WZ Management Guidebook

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	==616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan==		==616.14.10 Work Zone Transportation Management Plan==

	The Transportation Management Plan (TMP) consists of strategies to manage the work zone impacts of a project. For non-significant projects, the TMP may consist of only a Traffic Control Plan (TCP) and any necessary Job Special Provisions (JSP). For projects that have been determined to have a significant impact (see [[#616.14.8 Significant Projects\|EPG 616.14.8 Significant Projects]]) on roadway users to include, the TMP must include a TCP, JSPs, and an Executive Summary document that includes, at a minimum, a Transportation Operations (TO) component and a Public Information (PI) component.		The Transportation Management Plan (TMP) consists of strategies to manage the work zone impacts of a project. For non-significant projects, the TMP may consist of only a Traffic Control Plan (TCP) and any necessary Job Special Provisions (JSP). For projects that have been determined to have a significant impact (see [[#616.14.8 Significant Projects\|EPG 616.14.8 Significant Projects]]) on roadway users to include, the TMP must include a TCP, JSPs, and an Executive Summary document that includes, at a minimum, a Transportation Operations (TO) component and a Public Information (PI) component. For additional information, see [[:Category:909 Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO)\|EPG 909 Transportation Systems Management and Operations]] for the Work Zone Management Guidebook and associated presentation.

	A TCP shows the design and layout of the temporary traffic control measures to be used for facilitating road users through a work zone. The TCP should be consistent with MoDOT policies, guidelines and standards, and at minimum shall meet the provisions of Part 6 of the [http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)] and the work zone recommendations in Chapter 9 of the AASHTO ''Roadside Design Guide''. The TCP will maintain pre-existing roadside safety hardware at an equivalent or better level of condition than existed prior to project implementation.		A TCP shows the design and layout of the temporary traffic control measures to be used for facilitating road users through a work zone. The TCP should be consistent with MoDOT policies, guidelines and standards, and at minimum shall meet the provisions of Part 6 of the [http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)] and the work zone recommendations in Chapter 9 of the AASHTO ''Roadside Design Guide''. The TCP will maintain pre-existing roadside safety hardware at an equivalent or better level of condition than existed prior to project implementation.

Smithk: /* 616.14.3.2.4 Project Core Team */ Per TS, new Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) related guidance

2021-11-15T15:53:10Z

616.14.3.2.4 Project Core Team: Per TS, new Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) related guidance

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	* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.		* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.
	* Incorporating provisions for real time travel information to the public through the use of [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)], [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]], highway advisory radio, [[:Category:910 Intelligent Transportation Systems \|ITS]], etc.		* Incorporating provisions for real time travel information to the public through the use of [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)], [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]], highway advisory radio, [[:Category:910 Intelligent Transportation Systems \|ITS]], etc.
			* Include appropriate Advanced Work Zone traffic strategies as indicated by the enhanced Work Zone Impact Analysis spreadsheet (refer to [[616.13 Work Zone Capacity, Queue and Travel Delay#616.13.6.3 Smart Work Zone (SWZ) Strategy Selection\|EPG 616.13 Work Zone Capacity, Queue and Travel Delay]]).

	====616.14.3.2.5 Field Operation Forces====		====616.14.3.2.5 Field Operation Forces====

Smithk: Updated website links (for increased security)

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	* Opening additional through lanes to reduce traffic effects when possible.		* Opening additional through lanes to reduce traffic effects when possible.
	* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.		* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.
	* Incorporating provisions for real time travel information to the public through the use of [~~http~~://epg.modot.~~mo.gov~~/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)], [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]], highway advisory radio, [[:Category:910 Intelligent Transportation Systems \|ITS]], etc.		* Incorporating provisions for real time travel information to the public through the use of [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)], [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]], highway advisory radio, [[:Category:910 Intelligent Transportation Systems \|ITS]], etc.

	====616.14.3.2.5 Field Operation Forces====		====616.14.3.2.5 Field Operation Forces====
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	* Performing quality control of work zones to determine compliance with policies and guidelines.		* Performing quality control of work zones to determine compliance with policies and guidelines.
	* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.		* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.
	* Informing the traveling public of travel times, as needed, through [~~http~~://epg.modot.~~mo.gov~~/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)] or [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]].		* Informing the traveling public of travel times, as needed, through [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)] or [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]].
	* Monitoring and adjusting traffic control measures, as needed, to improve traffic flow, visibility and workers and motorist safety.		* Monitoring and adjusting traffic control measures, as needed, to improve traffic flow, visibility and workers and motorist safety.

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	* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.		* Determining work zone speed limits are appropriate in active and non-active work zones.
	* Identifying the need for and disseminating work zone information to appropriate staff and external sources to increase public awareness.		* Identifying the need for and disseminating work zone information to appropriate staff and external sources to increase public awareness.
	* Informing the traveling public of travel times, as needed, through [~~http~~://epg.modot.~~mo.gov~~/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)] or [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]].		* Informing the traveling public of travel times, as needed, through [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 changeable message signs (CMS)] or [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|dynamic message signs (DMS)]].
	* Monitoring and adjusting traffic control measures, as needed, to improve traffic flow, visibility and workers and motorist safety.		* Monitoring and adjusting traffic control measures, as needed, to improve traffic flow, visibility and workers and motorist safety.

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	[[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices\|Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices]] contains quality standards that are applicable to all temporary traffic control devices (e.g., impact attenuators, truck mounted attenuators, signs, channelizers, barricades, warning lights, changeable message signs, flashing arrow panels, work zone traffic signals, lighting units, temporary pavement marking, temporary traffic barrier, etc.). The standards comply with MUTCD Section 1A-05. The quality standards set forth are to be used by those responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance and inspection of temporary traffic control devices as a guide to determine if those devices are acceptable for use on the state highway system.		[[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices\|Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices]] contains quality standards that are applicable to all temporary traffic control devices (e.g., impact attenuators, truck mounted attenuators, signs, channelizers, barricades, warning lights, changeable message signs, flashing arrow panels, work zone traffic signals, lighting units, temporary pavement marking, temporary traffic barrier, etc.). The standards comply with MUTCD Section 1A-05. The quality standards set forth are to be used by those responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance and inspection of temporary traffic control devices as a guide to determine if those devices are acceptable for use on the state highway system.

	[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)]] and [~~http~~://epg.modot.~~mo.gov~~/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 EPG 616.6.60 Portable Changeable Message Signs ] provide specific guidelines for the use of all stationary dynamic message signs (DMS) and portable changeable message signs (CMS) used on the state highway system.		[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) \|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)]] and [https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.60_Portable_Changeable_Message_Signs_.28MUTCD_6F.60.29 EPG 616.6.60 Portable Changeable Message Signs ] provide specific guidelines for the use of all stationary dynamic message signs (DMS) and portable changeable message signs (CMS) used on the state highway system.

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	The Work Zone Quality Circle will review statewide work zone trends and evaluate new work zone safety devices, methods and guidelines. Based on those reviews and evaluations, the Work Zone Quality Circle will make recommendations for improving the safety and mobility of work zones on MoDOT’s right of way.		The Work Zone Quality Circle will review statewide work zone trends and evaluate new work zone safety devices, methods and guidelines. Based on those reviews and evaluations, the Work Zone Quality Circle will make recommendations for improving the safety and mobility of work zones on MoDOT’s right of way.

	The Work Zone Review Team will conduct audits of work zones in three different districts each year. These audits will consist of very detailed [~~http~~://epg.modot.org/index.php/616.19_Quality_Standards_for_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Devices inspections], covering the technical aspects of work zones in regards to managing visibility and mobility. The audits in each district will last approximately a week and cover all active work zones in that district. At the end of each audit, the Work Zone Review Team will share their findings with the district staff. Then upon completion of all of the audits for a given year, the results will be shared statewide to assist districts in assessing and managing their respective work zones. The findings will be provided to the Work Zone Quality Circle to take appropriate corrective action.		The Work Zone Review Team will conduct audits of work zones in three different districts each year. These audits will consist of very detailed [https://epg.modot.org/index.php/616.19_Quality_Standards_for_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Devices inspections], covering the technical aspects of work zones in regards to managing visibility and mobility. The audits in each district will last approximately a week and cover all active work zones in that district. At the end of each audit, the Work Zone Review Team will share their findings with the district staff. Then upon completion of all of the audits for a given year, the results will be shared statewide to assist districts in assessing and managing their respective work zones. The findings will be provided to the Work Zone Quality Circle to take appropriate corrective action.

	A Work Zone Summit will be held annually to provide an overview of action taken in the past year and to discuss direction and initiatives for the upcoming year for work zones and related safety issues. The overview will, at minimum, cover the following items: new legislation laws and initiatives; MoDOT policy revisions and considerations, Tracker issues pertaining to work zones; new work zone innovations; specification changes; and new products. Representatives from each district and Central Office division are encouraged to attend.		A Work Zone Summit will be held annually to provide an overview of action taken in the past year and to discuss direction and initiatives for the upcoming year for work zones and related safety issues. The overview will, at minimum, cover the following items: new legislation laws and initiatives; MoDOT policy revisions and considerations, Tracker issues pertaining to work zones; new work zone innovations; specification changes; and new products. Representatives from each district and Central Office division are encouraged to attend.