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  • Consistency and effectiveness of advisory speeds: an evaluation of current posting techniques

    Creator:
    Rohani, Joshan W.
    Abstract:
    Crash rates are said to be nearly three times higher on curved sections than those on straight sections of rural roadways. As a result, advisory curve/speed signs are standard practice to mitigate these risks on sharp horizontal curves. The industry standard for determining appropriate and uniform speeds for such signs...
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    Masters Thesis
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    than those on straight sections of rural roadways. As a result, advisory curve/speed signs are

  • The evolution of practical safety audits in the United States

    Creator:
    Houghton, Tegan Marie
    Abstract:
    This thesis evaluates pre-construction auditing procedures used in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand in order to help create post-construction auditing procedures for the state of Oregon. It was funded as part of the development of the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Safety Investigation Manual, and also evaluates content...
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    Evolution of Practical Safety Audits in the United States by Tegan Marie Houghton A THESIS