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Arrow Panels, and Barrier Delineation in Work Zones: the Well-defined Path  (#17400)

Two-part production dealing with various aspects of signing in work zones. “Arrow Panels” deals with the use of advance warning (flashing) arrow panels – design standards, application, operation and maintenance. – “Barrier Delineation in Work Zones” focuses on the use of concrete safety-shaped barriers in road construction zones, with particular emphasis on their proper delineation.   - VHS VIDEO  (49:00)

Comprehensive Intersection Resource Library (#18739)

A compilation of resources about traditional signalized and non-signalized intersections, roundabouts, highway/rail grade crossings and other nontraditional intersection designs. Includes many federal and state guidelines and other publications in Adobe Acrobat Format. (2004) - CD-ROM

It’s About Time…Traffic Signal Management: Cost Effective Street Capacity and Safety  (#18525)

Discusses low cost improvements to traffic signal equipment and traffic signal timing that can increase street capacity.  Includes information on how to set up a program to evaluate existing signals and provides information on typical time and costs involved in implementing improvements.  (2001) - VHS VIDEO  (13:00)

Night Lights: How Retroreflectivity Makes Our Roads Safer (DVD Format) (#18786)

Explains the benefits of “retroreflectivity”,  which allows light from vehicles’ headlights to be redirected back to drivers, enabling them to see the signs at night.  Presents a range of driving scenarios to help illustrate the necessity of retroreflectivity and explains the technology involved.  **VHS FORMAT ALSO AVAILABLE – #18787.**  (2000) - DVD  (14:00)

Night Lights: How Retroreflectivity Makes Our Roads Safer (VHS Video Format) (#18787)

Explains the benefits of “retroreflectivity”,  which allows light from vehicles’ headlights to be redirected back to drivers, enabling them to see the signs at night.  Presents a range of driving scenarios to help illustrate the necessity of retroreflectivity and explains the technology involved.  **DVD FORMAT ALSO AVAILABLE – #18786.**  (2000) - DVD  (14:00)

Red Light – Green Light: Intersection Safety (#18624)

Provides the general traveling public and the entire transportation community with an increased awareness of the critical importance of intersection safety.  Allows viewers to identify steps they can take to improve their own safety and provides information on what the transportation profession is doing to help create safer intersections. (2003) - VHS VIDEO  (8 min.)

Right Before Your Eyes  (#17439)

Emphasizes the importance of a pavement marking system. Presents options for improving the quality and longevity of a pavement marking system. Ideal for use with both citizens and elected officials.  (1992) - VHS VIDEO  (10 min.)

Sign Maintenance and Installation  (#17821)

Covers procedures to track and prioritize sign maintenance, traffic control devices and their proper use, field operation equipment tools and proper placement of signs.  - VHS VIDEO  (27 min.)

Signs, Marking and Delineation  (#16860)

Discusses the basic principle of various highway signing and marking devices. Presents basic installation and maintenance procedures as well as some marking procedures. Describes some of the negative aspects of improper delineation, signing and marking. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FEATURES  (1989) - VHS VIDEO  (43 min.)

Traffic Control Signals at Intersections  (#17752)

Describes basics of how engineers determine if a signal is needed, how signal controller phasing works and how signal timing works. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–TRAFFIC CONTROL  (1994) - VHS VIDEO  (18 min.)

Traffic Sign Inspection and Maintenance  (#17754)

Focuses on traffic sign inspection and maintenance, 2 crucial elements in assuring the effectiveness of a signing system and maintenance of a high level of public safety. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–TRAFFIC CONTROL  (1994) - VHS VIDEO  (21 min.)

Traffic Sign Placement and Location  (#17753)

Covers placement and location of traffic signs in general and specifically their placement and location in 3 areas: urban, rural and freeways. VHS VIDEO. Part of Series–TRAFFIC CONTROL  (1994) - VHS VIDEO  (22 min.)