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In this article, we’ve compiled a list of U.S. highway statistics from 2022 sources—along with brief explanations of critical points—to illustrate traffic trends in the past few years.

Have you ever wondered who is responsible for producing road safety signs and equipment? 3M is a technology company that designs safety and industrial products, including road safety signs. 3M sets the standard for road safety products and certifies other companies, like Interwest Safety Supply, to manufacture and sell 3M safety equipment.

The MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) is a compilation of the national standards for all traffic control devices, including road safety signs. The National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Federal Highway Administration manages the manual and adds updates with new guidelines and standards for safety equipment.

Construction is one of the essential industries in America due to the need for building and maintaining infrastructure. The construction industry survived the height of the COVID-19 pandemic but is now facing another obstacle – rising construction inflation costs.

Everyone wants their neighborhood to be a place of fond memories, friends, and safety for their families. That means we should do everything we can to ensure high-traffic areas in our neighborhood are as safe as possible. From participating in city meetings to installing radar speed signs, here are five things you can do to improve traffic safety in your neighborhood.

Quality signage is an important factor in any traffic control situation, but that is only the beginning. Sometimes, standard options and designs aren’t enough – they don’t always articulate the specific needs your work zones, roads, and businesses require.

Fall is quickly coming to an end in Utah, and winter is just around the corner. Colder temperatures are already settling in, which means snow is on its way. With snow comes icy roads and difficult driving situations. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced driver, it’s always smart to brush up on the basics.

With the long-stretching corridor that I-15 provides for Utah’s population, construction is almost guaranteed somewhere along that interstate desert highway. On the surface, it is an inconvenience, to say the least, and a hazard if drivers don’t take certain precautions.

In any industry, the safety of employees is critical to the success of a company. Failure to meet safety standards can result in the company losing sales, filing for bankruptcy, or potentially even going out of business. So, who is responsible for safety in the workplace? Who is in charge of safety precautions for one

The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or MUTCD, sets nationwide safety and regulatory standards for the installation of all traffic control devices on all streets, highways, bikeways, and private roads open to public travel. Traffic control devices are critical to ensuring the safety and efficient transportation of people and goods on the nation’s roads.