Dec 16, 2019 | Articles, Checklists & Rapid Facts, Resources
Around the world, a shift is underway. Cities are moving away from car-centric policy and design toward a more inclusive approach that enables safe access for all road users, including cyclists, transit riders and pedestrians. This approach is often referred to as...
Oct 7, 2019 | Articles, Resources
Summary of RRFB cost and effectiveness An FHWA study shows RRFBs are proven to reduce crashes involving pedestrians by up to 47% (3). An FHWA study shows RRFBs consistently deliver impressive driver yielding rates of up to 96% (12). RRFB Crash Modification Factor:...
Apr 18, 2019 | Resources, Videos
Watch Part 2 of our school zone safety series In 2017, there were nearly 6,000 pedestrian fatalities in traffic crashes. Over three-quarters of those fatalities occurred in non-intersection locations where speeds are faster, and driver yield rates are lower. Children...
Mar 27, 2019 | Case Studies, Resources
Location: Woonsocket, Rhode Island Project size: 4 crosswalks with R920 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons Client: City of Woonsocket, Rhode Island Overview The City of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is home to about 41,000 people and is part of the Providence metropolitan...