Comment:
Using a safety edge (a technology that shapes the edge of a paved roadway at approximately 30 degrees from the pavement cross slope during the paving process) to enhance safety and prevent crashes. Includes background, guidance, and key resources.

Last Updated (Year): 2012

Year Produced: 2012

Abstract:

In January 2012, FHWA issued a “Guidance Memorandum on Promoting the Implementation of Proven Safety Countermeasures”. This guidance takes into consideration the latest safety research to advance a group of countermeasures that have shown great effectiveness in improving safety. Safety practitioners are encouraged to consider this set of countermeasures that are research-proven, but not widely applied on a national basis.
Each fact sheet provides more detailed descriptions, related research studies, and evaluations of each of these countermeasures. Further information on each countermeasure can also be found at the Crash Modification Factors Clearinghouse (http://www.cmfclearinghouse.org/).

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Engineering

Ped Bike Activity:

• Planning
• Design

Ped Bike Topic:

• Safety
• Resources
• Physical Dimensions
• Design
• Countermeasures
• Built environment

Resource Type:

• Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Proven Safety Countermeasures Best Practices and Recommendations Reports