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Attention to the [http://www.modot.mo.gov/safety/ safety] of travelers is especially important in [http://www.modot.mo.gov/workzones/index.htm work zones].  
Attention to the [http://www.modot.mo.gov/safety/ safety] of travelers is especially important in [http://www.modot.mo.gov/workzones/index.htm work zones].  
[[image:616 Law Enforcement.jpg|right|225px|thumb|<center>'''[[616.16 Law Enforcement Services|Law Enforcement]]'''</center>]]


The [[616.1 Preparation of Traffic Control Plan (TCP)#616.1.3.3.1 Workspace|workspace]] is the area closed to traffic and set aside for workers, equipment and material.  [[616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications|Work zone signing]] items such as regulatory signs and [[616.6 Type III Movable Barricades| Type III Movable Barricades]] and other work zone items such as [[616.3 Changeable Message Signs (CMS)|Changeable Message Signs]], [[616.4 Flashing Arrow Panels|flashing arrow panels]], [[616.5 Channelizing Devices|channelizing devices]], [[616.9 Lighting Devices|lighting devices]] and [[616.10 Signals|signals]] are specially designed to minimize risk to workers and travelers.  [[616.17 Pavement Edge Treatment|Pavement edge treatment]] is frequently included in work zones as are practices such as [[616.13 Crossovers, Temporary Connections and Detours|crossovers, temporary connections and detours]].
The [[616.1 Preparation of Traffic Control Plan (TCP)#616.1.3.3.1 Workspace|workspace]] is the area closed to traffic and set aside for workers, equipment and material.  [[616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications|Work zone signing]] items such as regulatory signs and [[616.6 Type III Movable Barricades| Type III Movable Barricades]] and other work zone items such as [[616.3 Changeable Message Signs (CMS)|Changeable Message Signs]], [[616.4 Flashing Arrow Panels|flashing arrow panels]], [[616.5 Channelizing Devices|channelizing devices]], [[616.9 Lighting Devices|lighting devices]] and [[616.10 Signals|signals]] are specially designed to minimize risk to workers and travelers.  [[616.17 Pavement Edge Treatment|Pavement edge treatment]] is frequently included in work zones as are practices such as [[616.13 Crossovers, Temporary Connections and Detours|crossovers, temporary connections and detours]].


The [[616.11 Work Zone Duration|work zone duration]] and [[616.12 Location of Work|location of work]] are discussed in this article.  There are many aspects to be considered when inspecting construction quality and this article provides [[616.18 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 616|construction inspection guidelines]].
The [[616.11 Work Zone Duration|work zone duration]] and [[616.12 Location of Work|location of work]] are discussed in this article.  There are many aspects to be considered when inspecting construction quality and this article provides [[616.18 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 616|construction inspection guidelines]].
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|[http://library.modot.mo.gov/RDT/reports/Ri07062/or10006.pdf Report, 2010]
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Temporary traffic control devices warn motorists of hazards, advise the proper path through the work area, delineate areas where travelers may not operate and separate them from workers and opposing traffic.  Whenever worn or damaged devices appear in a work zone, the general quality of the work zone deteriorates.  To avoid this, MoDOT has provided [[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices|quality standards for temporary traffic control devices]].
Temporary traffic control devices warn motorists of hazards, advise the proper path through the work area, delineate areas where travelers may not operate and separate them from workers and opposing traffic.  Whenever worn or damaged devices appear in a work zone, the general quality of the work zone deteriorates.  To avoid this, MoDOT has provided [[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices|quality standards for temporary traffic control devices]].



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Attention to the safety of travelers is especially important in work zones.

Law Enforcement

The workspace is the area closed to traffic and set aside for workers, equipment and material. Work zone signing items such as regulatory signs and Type III Movable Barricades and other work zone items such as Changeable Message Signs, flashing arrow panels, channelizing devices, lighting devices and signals are specially designed to minimize risk to workers and travelers. Pavement edge treatment is frequently included in work zones as are practices such as crossovers, temporary connections and detours.

The work zone duration and location of work are discussed in this article. There are many aspects to be considered when inspecting construction quality and this article provides construction inspection guidelines.

Work Zone Enhancement Software
Report, 2010
See also: Innovation Library

Temporary traffic control devices warn motorists of hazards, advise the proper path through the work area, delineate areas where travelers may not operate and separate them from workers and opposing traffic. Whenever worn or damaged devices appear in a work zone, the general quality of the work zone deteriorates. To avoid this, MoDOT has provided quality standards for temporary traffic control devices.

To provide uniform flagging and to train employees how to protect themselves, co-workers and travelers, MoDOT requires flagger training.

Road workers look up to see non-motorized traffic

Every day MoDOT has many work zones on Missouri's highways. MoDOT is committed to providing safe and efficient movement of both motorized and non-motorized traffic through or around temporary traffic control work zones and providing protection for workers and equipment located within these work zones. To better educate technicians and those designing and managing temporary traffic control work zones, Work Zone Technician Training, Advanced Work Zone Training, MoDOT Work Zone Guidelines and Work Zone User Training is available.

Work Zone Customer Survey
Traffic has developed the Work Zone Customer Survey to take advantage of travelers viewing MoDOT work zones. The Work Zone Customer Survey has been revised so that reviewing work zones is even easier. You can keep our work zones safe and efficient by submitting your information directly from the survey's website location or by printing, filling out and mailing the report card.

This article also provides law enforcement services, traffic control for non-motorized traffic and transit considerations.

Traffic Control for Field Operations, contains information on temporary traffic control measures.

Work Zone Figures
Sign and Device Legend temporary truck crossing lane closure temporary road closure
shoulder work lane restriction public road crossing another road under construction lane widening or addition
lane shift Standard Temporary Connection for Transition from Single to Dual Lane moving operations on highway open to traffic temporary connection at terminus of divided lane facilities
Traffic Control Work Zone Sign Spacing Device Spacing Intermediate Lane Closure Beginning and End of Project
Side Road Tapers a typical detour other channelizing devices WORK ZONE FINE signing sequence
guidance for signs in narrow medians One-Lane Two-Way Operation Crossovers on Divided Highways documentation record (Form C-258)