With summer here, there’s plenty going on throughout Southern California. Road repairs, construction projects, special events. It’s endless. Virtually all this activity requires some type of traffic control to maintain order in the work zone. For this, only a proven...
What’s the most important component of a road construction project? Some people would claim that personnel deserve the honor. Others would say the distinction goes to the planning department. Still, there are those who believe that equipment is the standout winner. At...
Many people see traffic control as a relatively simple process. Position a few barriers, deploy a squad of signal personnel, and the job is done. That’s fine if you’re indulging in flights of fantasy. But in the real world, the process is a bit more involved than...
What’s the biggest challenge when implementing temporary traffic control? Virtually every aspect of traffic management presents difficulties, of course. It’s quite a balancing act. But if you had to pick one, it probably would be this: keeping people and vehicles...
It won’t be long. Spring is here. And that means summer is just around the corner. With those warmer months will be plenty of outdoor events. Sometimes those events will necessitate the closure of a street or streets. That, in turn, will require the acquisition of a...
