Location
STEW 206
Session Number
18
Session Title
Use of Automated Flagging Devices in Indiana
Track Title
Work Zone
Event Description/Abstract
This presentation discusses the pros and cons of using various Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs). It reviews both AFADs using STOP/SLOW signs which are currently allowed in Indiana, and Red/Yellow signal faced AFADs that are not allowed in Indiana.
The presentation points out that the principle reason for developing AFADs was to enhance worker safety by enabling flagger/operators to position themselves out of harm's way while controlling work zone traffic. However, the dominant reason for buying them seems to be to save money by only using one flagger/operator.
Various applications using AFADs are reviewed as well as potential changes to the MUTCD regarding AFADs.
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Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs)
STEW 206
This presentation discusses the pros and cons of using various Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs). It reviews both AFADs using STOP/SLOW signs which are currently allowed in Indiana, and Red/Yellow signal faced AFADs that are not allowed in Indiana.
The presentation points out that the principle reason for developing AFADs was to enhance worker safety by enabling flagger/operators to position themselves out of harm's way while controlling work zone traffic. However, the dominant reason for buying them seems to be to save money by only using one flagger/operator.
Various applications using AFADs are reviewed as well as potential changes to the MUTCD regarding AFADs.
