Highway work zones create potential hazards because motorists are confronted with unexpected and often confusing situations. They present an abnormal, and disruptive element to the motorist who is accustomed to a clear and unobstructed roadway. Motorists should exhibit increased caution and take any needed actions to reduce the added risks caused by the changed conditions. However, many motorists appear to take needless risks such as late lane changes, following too closely, speeding, etc., in highway work zones. The objective of this research study was to examine motorist's perception, opinions, expectations and other psychological factors, which influence their driving activity in highway work zones. The study was carried out in two parts: an opinion survey and focus groups. A two-page questionnaire was distributed to 2246 automobile and truck drivers. A total of 545 completed questionnaires were returned. Five focus groups for automobile drivers and two focus groups for truck drivers were conducted. Spot speeds were recorded for three active work zones.


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    Titel :

    Motorists' Perception of Work Zone Safety


    Beteiligte:
    M. R. Kane (Autor:in) / L. E. King (Autor:in) / K. A. Buch (Autor:in) / M. L. Carpenter (Autor:in)

    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1999


    Format / Umfang :

    70 pages


    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch




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