In constructing roadways, safety is paramount. Both on-site team members, and the citizens in the vicinity, are an integral consideration in any Traffic Management Plan (TMP). A solid TMP will give peace of mind to those on the ground, those licensing the work and goes a long way towards alleviating any mishaps. TMPs as outlined …
Our lives are stitched together by hundreds of small decisions a day. We decide on diaper brands, the best place to get moving boxes, and the best use of a budget. Yet—as the day wears on—we may begin to struggle with even simple decisions. This is not unusual. Psychologists have observed that after shopping—a process …
With continuously increasing cars on the road and kilometres driven, traffic equipment trends focus on keeping road users and workers safe, especially as traffic peak hours force more roadside work into the evenings and nights. Demand for high-visibility traffic vests, cones, and barricade tapes continues to grow—the market for global traffic safety products is expected …
When the Ministry of Transportation publishes a new 2020 Traffic Management Manual with a whole new set of minutia to figure out, wouldn’t it be nice to know you’ve hired the most capable and prepared team around? Attention to detail and ongoing training that facilitates early adoption of changing regulations are some of the many …
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Every year for almost 100 years, the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau has set out to empower families in need to create Christmas experiences for their kids through the generosity of the community. For the past 6 years, Universal Group has joined the fun at the Vancouver Motorcycle Toy Run. In 2018, Universal Group raised over …
Field-Level Risk Assessment, Job Safety Analysis, Task Hazard Analysis, Field-Level Hazard Analysis—no matter what you call it, the process of stopping to identify and control hazards in your work environment is a crucial step in keeping you safe. Four Basic Hazards According to highway worker safety programs, there are four basic hazards that flaggers (and …
In a nutshell, a Traffic Control Field Supervisor ensures that Traffic Control Persons and Lane Control Technicians stay safe and follow all regulations because the risks of working in the elements amidst moving traffic can never be overlooked. A Field Supervisor starts their day by printing off a roster of work sites within their designated …
Yes, we’re experts in flagging and traffic control, but we’re so much more. Surely, you’ve seen our fleet of branded trucks. Filled with signage, cones, delineators, and barriers, our trucks are commandeered by a team of certified lane control technicians who work with dispatchers and flaggers to minimize a project’s impact on traffic. All over …
When you hire Universal Traffic Supply for your traffic equipment needs, you get much more than traffic equipment. As a Universal Group company, Universal Traffic Supply comes with over 10 years of experience in the traffic control industry. If that’s not enough, here are 4 reasons to partner with Universal Traffic Supply for your next …
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Although roadside work hazards vary widely depending on the type of road, driving conditions, scale and duration of the project, etc., there are a few safety tips that workers should always keep in mind. Wear High Visibility Clothing If your personal protective equipment (PPE) doesn’t already cover you in fluorescent and reflective yellow, do it …
