616.4 Pedestrian and Worker Safety (MUTCD Chapter 6D) - Revision history

Hallej1: CM- remove warning lights

2022-07-20T19:04:18Z

CM- remove warning lights

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	:D. Lighting—for nighttime work, the TTC zone and approaches may be lighted.		:D. Lighting—for nighttime work, the TTC zone and approaches may be lighted.

	:E. Special Devices—these include rumble strips, changeable message signs, hazard identification beacons, flags~~, and warning lights~~. Intrusion warning devices may be used to alert workers to the approach of errant vehicles.		:E. Special Devices—these include rumble strips, changeable message signs, hazard identification beacons, and flags. Intrusion warning devices may be used to alert workers to the approach of errant vehicles.

	'''Support.''' Judicious use of the special devices described in Item E, above, might be helpful for certain difficult TTC situations, but misuse or overuse of special devices or techniques might lessen their effectiveness.		'''Support.''' Judicious use of the special devices described in Item E, above, might be helpful for certain difficult TTC situations, but misuse or overuse of special devices or techniques might lessen their effectiveness.

	[[Category:616 Temporary Traffic Control\|616.04]]		[[Category:616 Temporary Traffic Control\|616.04]]

Smithk: Per TS, minor clarifications

2020-07-24T14:22:28Z

Per TS, minor clarifications

EPGsysop: Per TS, due to flagger fatalities, MoDOT has implemented the National Safety Council’s 3-2-1 Cone Procedure into the MoDOT Maintenance operations.

2017-08-29T13:23:20Z

Per TS, due to flagger fatalities, MoDOT has implemented the National Safety Council’s 3-2-1 Cone Procedure into the MoDOT Maintenance operations.

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	==616.4.1 Pedestrian Considerations (MUTCD 6D.01)==		==616.4.1 Pedestrian Considerations (MUTCD 6D.01)==

	'''Support.''' A wide range of pedestrians might be affected by TTC zones, including the young, elderly, and people with disabilities such as hearing, visual, or mobility. These pedestrians need a clearly delineated and usable travel path. Considerations for pedestrians with disabilities are addressed in EPG 616.4.2.		'''Support.''' A wide range of pedestrians might be affected by TTC zones, including the young, elderly, and people with disabilities such as hearing, visual, or mobility. These pedestrians need a clearly delineated and usable travel path. Considerations for pedestrians with disabilities are addressed in EPG 616.4.2 Accessibility Considerations.

	'''Standard.''' The various TTC provisions for pedestrian and worker safety set forth in EPG 616 shall be applied by knowledgeable (for example, trained and/or certified) persons after appropriate evaluation and engineering judgment.		'''Standard.''' The various TTC provisions for pedestrian and worker safety set forth in EPG 616 shall be applied by knowledgeable (for example, trained and/or certified) persons after appropriate evaluation and engineering judgment.
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	:'''Nighttime Worker.''' During nighttime activities, workers shall wear a hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear.		:'''Nighttime Worker.''' During nighttime activities, workers shall wear a hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear.

	:See also [[616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E)#616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel (MUTCD 6E.02)\|EPG 616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel]].		:See also [[616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E)#616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel (MUTCD 6E.02)\|EPG 616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel]] and [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=5 Sec 107.4].

	:A [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.		:A [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.

EPGsysop at 18:49, 7 April 2017

2017-04-07T18:49:57Z

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	:E. Blocked routes, alternate crossings, and sign and signal information should be communicated to pedestrians with visual disabilities by providing devices such as audible information devices, accessible pedestrian signals, or barriers and channelizing devices that are detectable to the pedestrians traveling with the aid of a long cane or who have low vision. Where pedestrian traffic is detoured to a TTC signal, engineering judgment should be used to determine if pedestrian signals or accessible pedestrian signals should be considered for crossings along an alternate route.		:E. Blocked routes, alternate crossings, and sign and signal information should be communicated to pedestrians with visual disabilities by providing devices such as audible information devices, accessible pedestrian signals, or barriers and channelizing devices that are detectable to the pedestrians traveling with the aid of a long cane or who have low vision. Where pedestrian traffic is detoured to a TTC signal, engineering judgment should be used to determine if pedestrian signals or accessible pedestrian signals should be considered for crossings along an alternate route.

	:F. When channelization is used to delineate a pedestrian pathway, a continuous detectable edging should be provided throughout the length of the facility ~~such~~ that pedestrians using a long cane can follow it. These detectable edgings should comply with the provisions of [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.74 Detectable Edging for Pedestrians (MUTCD 6F.74)\|EPG 616.6.74]].		:F. When channelization is used to delineate a pedestrian pathway, a continuous detectable edging should be provided throughout the length of the facility so that pedestrians using a long cane can follow it. These detectable edgings should comply with the provisions of [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.74 Detectable Edging for Pedestrians (MUTCD 6F.74)\|EPG 616.6.74]].

	:G. Signs and other devices mounted lower than 7 ft. above the temporary pedestrian pathway should not project more than 4 in. into accessible pedestrian facilities.		:G. Signs and other devices mounted lower than 7 ft. above the temporary pedestrian pathway should not project more than 4 in. into accessible pedestrian facilities.

Smithk: updated link

2016-03-29T15:29:12Z

updated link

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	Consideration should be made to separate pedestrian movements from both worksite activity and vehicular traffic. Unless an acceptable route that does not involve crossing the roadway can be provided, pedestrians should be appropriately directed with advance signing that encourages them to cross to the opposite side of the roadway. In urban and suburban areas with high vehicular traffic volumes, these signs should be placed at intersections (rather than midblock locations) so that pedestrians are not confronted with midblock worksites that will induce them to attempt skirting the worksite or making a midblock crossing.		Consideration should be made to separate pedestrian movements from both worksite activity and vehicular traffic. Unless an acceptable route that does not involve crossing the roadway can be provided, pedestrians should be appropriately directed with advance signing that encourages them to cross to the opposite side of the roadway. In urban and suburban areas with high vehicular traffic volumes, these signs should be placed at intersections (rather than midblock locations) so that pedestrians are not confronted with midblock worksites that will induce them to attempt skirting the worksite or making a midblock crossing.

	'''Support.''' [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications\|Figs. 616.8.28 - MT and 616.8.29 - MT]] show typical TTC device usage and techniques for pedestrian movement through work zones.		'''Support.''' [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616.8.1 Listing of Typical Applications\|Figs. 616.8.28 - MT and 616.8.29 - MT]] show typical TTC device usage and techniques for pedestrian movement through work zones.

	Additional guidance for pedestrian movement through work zones are located in [[616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic\|EPG 616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic.]]		Additional guidance for pedestrian movement through work zones are located in [[616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic\|EPG 616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic.]]

Smithk: Per Traffic, updated 8.5 x 11 ROW PPE poster link

2015-05-13T18:49:12Z

Per Traffic, updated 8.5 x 11 ROW PPE poster link

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	:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).		:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).

	:F. [~~http~~:~~//sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/~~PPE~~/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters~~.pdf Safety Apparel] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:		:F. [[media:132 8 5 x 11 ROW PPE.pdf\|Safety Apparel]] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:

	:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.		:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.

Smithk: /* 616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations */ Per Traffic, updated PPE link

2015-05-07T13:48:22Z

616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations: Per Traffic, updated PPE link

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	:See also [[616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E)#616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel (MUTCD 6E.02)\|EPG 616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel]].		:See also [[616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E)#616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel (MUTCD 6E.02)\|EPG 616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel]].

	:A [http://~~contribute.modot.mo.gov~~/~~business~~/~~documents~~/~~Safety_Requirements_Apparel_Placemat_FINAL1~~.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.		:A [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.

	'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.		'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.

Smithk: /* 616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations */ Per Traffic, updated PPE link

2015-05-07T13:45:48Z

616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations: Per Traffic, updated PPE link

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	:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).		:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).

	:F. [http://~~contribute.modot.mo.gov~~/~~business~~/~~documents~~/~~Safety_Requirements_Apparel_Placemat_FINAL1~~.pdf Safety Apparel] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:		:F. [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf Safety Apparel] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:

	:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.		:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.

Smithk: /* 616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations */

2014-09-08T19:58:41Z

616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations

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	:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).		:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).

	:F. Safety Apparel – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:		:F. [http://contribute.modot.mo.gov/business/documents/Safety_Requirements_Apparel_Placemat_FINAL1.pdf Safety Apparel] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:

	:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.		:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.

Smithk: /* 616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations */ Per Traffic and Construction and Materials, brought PPE guidance into line with current requirements

2014-09-08T19:57:35Z

616.4.3 Worker Safety Considerations: Per Traffic and Construction and Materials, brought PPE guidance into line with current requirements

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	'''Guidance.''' The following are the key elements of worker safety and TTC management that should be considered to improve worker safety:		'''Guidance.''' The following are the key elements of worker safety and TTC management that should be considered to improve worker safety:

	:A. ~~Training—all~~ workers should be trained on how to work next to motor vehicle traffic in a way that minimizes their vulnerability. Workers having specific TTC responsibilities should be trained in TTC techniques, device usage, and placement.		:A. Training — all workers should be trained on how to work next to motor vehicle traffic in a way that minimizes their vulnerability. Workers having specific TTC responsibilities should be trained in TTC techniques, device usage, and placement.

	:B. Temporary Traffic ~~Barriers—temporary~~ traffic barriers should be placed along the work space depending on factors such as lateral clearance of workers from adjacent traffic, speed of traffic, duration and type of operations, time of day, and volume of traffic.		:B. Temporary Traffic Barriers — temporary traffic barriers should be placed along the work space depending on factors such as lateral clearance of workers from adjacent traffic, speed of traffic, duration and type of operations, time of day, and volume of traffic.

	:C. Speed ~~Reduction—reducing~~ the speed of vehicular traffic, mainly through regulatory speed zoning, funneling, lane reduction, or the use of uniformed law enforcement officers or flaggers, should be considered.		:C. Speed Reduction — reducing the speed of vehicular traffic, mainly through regulatory speed zoning, funneling, lane reduction, or the use of uniformed law enforcement officers or flaggers, should be considered.

	:D. Activity ~~Area—planning~~ the internal work activity area to minimize backing-up maneuvers of construction vehicles should be considered to minimize the exposure to risk.		:D. Activity Area — planning the internal work activity area to minimize backing-up maneuvers of construction vehicles should be considered to minimize the exposure to risk.

	:E. Worker Safety ~~Planning—a~~ trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).		:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]).

			:F. Safety Apparel – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:

			:'''Daytime Flagger.''' During daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering.

			:'''Daytime Worker.''' During daytime activities, workers shall wear a hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear.

			:'''Nighttime Flagger.''' During nighttime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility/reflective hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top AND Class E bottoms, OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear. Hard hats shall be reflective or covered with a high visibility covering.

			:'''Nighttime Worker.''' During nighttime activities, workers shall wear a hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear.

			:See also [[616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E)#616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel (MUTCD 6E.02)\|EPG 616.5.2 High-Visibility Safety Apparel]].

			:A [http://contribute.modot.mo.gov/business/documents/Safety_Requirements_Apparel_Placemat_FINAL1.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.

	'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.		'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.

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	Consideration should be made to separate pedestrian movements from both worksite activity and vehicular traffic. Unless an acceptable route that does not involve crossing the roadway can be provided, pedestrians should be appropriately directed with advance signing that encourages them to cross to the opposite side of the roadway. In urban and suburban areas with high vehicular traffic volumes, these signs should be placed at intersections (rather than midblock locations) so that pedestrians are not confronted with midblock worksites that will induce them to attempt skirting the worksite or making a midblock crossing.		Consideration should be made to separate pedestrian movements from both worksite activity and vehicular traffic. Unless an acceptable route that does not involve crossing the roadway can be provided, pedestrians should be appropriately directed with advance signing that encourages them to cross to the opposite side of the roadway. In urban and suburban areas with high vehicular traffic volumes, these signs should be placed at intersections (rather than midblock locations) so that pedestrians are not confronted with midblock worksites that will induce them to attempt skirting the worksite or making a midblock crossing.

	'''Support.''' [[616.8 ~~Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616~~.8.~~1 Listing of Typical Applications\|~~Figs. 616.8.28 - MT and 616.8.29 - MT]] show typical TTC device usage and techniques for pedestrian movement through work zones.		'''Support.''' [https://epg.modot.org/files/a/a3/616.8.28_MT_2017.pdf Figs. 616.8.28 - MT] and [https://epg.modot.org/files/5/55/616.8.29_MT_2017.pdf 616.8.29 - MT]] show typical TTC device usage and techniques for pedestrian movement through work zones.

	Additional guidance for pedestrian movement through work zones are located in [[616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic\|EPG 616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic.]]		Additional guidance for pedestrian movement through work zones are located in [[616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic\|EPG 616.24 Traffic Control for Non-Motorized Traffic.]]
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	:E. Blocked routes, alternate crossings, and sign and signal information should be communicated to pedestrians with visual disabilities by providing devices such as audible information devices, accessible pedestrian signals, or barriers and channelizing devices that are detectable to the pedestrians traveling with the aid of a long cane or who have low vision. Where pedestrian traffic is detoured to a TTC signal, engineering judgment should be used to determine if pedestrian signals or accessible pedestrian signals should be considered for crossings along an alternate route.		:E. Blocked routes, alternate crossings, and sign and signal information should be communicated to pedestrians with visual disabilities by providing devices such as audible information devices, accessible pedestrian signals, or barriers and channelizing devices that are detectable to the pedestrians traveling with the aid of a long cane or who have low vision. Where pedestrian traffic is detoured to a TTC signal, engineering judgment should be used to determine if pedestrian signals or accessible pedestrian signals should be considered for crossings along an alternate route.

	:F. When channelization is used to delineate a pedestrian pathway, a continuous detectable edging should be provided throughout the length of the facility so that pedestrians using a long cane can follow it. These detectable edgings should comply with the provisions of [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.74 Detectable Edging for Pedestrians (MUTCD 6F.74)\|EPG 616.6.74]].		:F. When channelization is used to delineate a pedestrian pathway, a continuous detectable edging should be provided throughout the length of the facility such that pedestrians using a long cane can follow it. These detectable edgings should comply with the provisions of [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.74 Detectable Edging for Pedestrians (MUTCD 6F.74)\|EPG 616.6.74]].

	:G. Signs and other devices mounted lower than 7 ft. above the temporary pedestrian pathway should not project more than 4 in. into accessible pedestrian facilities.		:G. Signs and other devices mounted lower than 7 ft. above the temporary pedestrian pathway should not project more than 4 in. into accessible pedestrian facilities.
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	:D. Activity Area — planning the internal work activity area to minimize backing-up maneuvers of construction vehicles should be considered to minimize the exposure to risk.		:D. Activity Area — planning the internal work activity area to minimize backing-up maneuvers of construction vehicles should be considered to minimize the exposure to risk.

	:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended, “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2) of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions'' ~~(see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11])~~.		:E. Worker Safety Planning — a trained person designated by the employer should conduct a basic hazard assessment for the worksite and job classifications required in the activity area. This safety professional should determine whether engineering, administrative, or personal protection measures should be implemented. This plan should be in accordance with the [https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/oshact/completeoshact Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended], “General Duty Clause” Section 5(a)(1) - Public Law 91-596, 84 Stat. 1590, December 29, 1970, as amended, and with the requirement to assess worker risk exposures for each job site and job classification, as per [https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.20 29 CFR 1926.20 (b)(2)] of ''Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, General Safety and Health Provisions''.

	:F. [[media:132 8 5 x 11 ROW PPE.pdf\|Safety Apparel]] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:		:F. [[media:132 8 5 x 11 ROW PPE.pdf\|Safety Apparel]] – All workers within highway right of way shall wear approved ANSI/ISEA 107 Performance Class 2 or 3 safety apparel and more specifically as follows:
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	:A [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.		:A [http://sharepoint/safety/csp/Shared%20Documents/Posters/PPE/8%205X11%20PPE%20Posters.pdf graphical representation of personal protective equipment] is available.

	'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.		'''Standard.''' All workers, including emergency responders, within the right-of-way who are exposed either to traffic (vehicles using the highway for purposes of travel) or to work vehicles and construction equipment within the TTC zone shall wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the Performance Class 2 or 3 requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2004 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear'' (see [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:900_TRAFFIC_CONTROL#900.1.11_Relation_to_Other_Publications_.28MUTCD_Section_1A.11.29 EPG 900.1.11]), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as meeting the ANSI 107-2004 standard performance for Class 2 or 3 risk exposure, except as provided in the below option. A person designated by the employer to be responsible for worker safety shall make the selection of the appropriate class of garment.

	'''Option.''' Emergency and incident responders and law enforcement personnel within the TTC zone may wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the performance requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 207-2006 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Public Safety Vests'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as ANSI 207-2006, in lieu of ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 apparel.		'''Option.''' Emergency and incident responders and law enforcement personnel within the TTC zone may wear high-visibility safety apparel that meets the performance requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 207-2006 publication entitled ''American National Standard for High-Visibility Public Safety Vests'' (see EPG 900.1.11), or equivalent revisions, and labeled as ANSI 207-2006, in lieu of ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 apparel.