MOT Pedestrian & Cyclist Safety Measures 4

Question 1

On a high-speed roadway (posted 55 mph), what is the recommended minimum advance warning distance for a pedestrian work zone sign?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

Answer

MUTCD Table 6C-1 recommends 500 feet of advance warning distance for work zones on roads posted at 55 mph to give drivers adequate reaction time.

Question 2

Longitudinal channelizing devices along a temporary pedestrian path should be placed at a maximum spacing of:

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

Devices defining a temporary pedestrian path should be spaced no more than 10 feet apart to provide continuous visual guidance along the route.

Question 3

A contractor plans to close a sidewalk for 6 months. What type of temporary pedestrian facility is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Scaffolded covered walkway with full enclosure

Answer

Long-term sidewalk closures (months) generally require a fully enclosed, scaffolded covered walkway to protect pedestrians from overhead construction hazards.

Question 4

When installing temporary rumble strips to alert drivers to a work zone, they must NOT be placed:

Accepted Answer

In a bicycle lane without a bypass route for cyclists

Answer

Rumble strips in a bike lane create a serious hazard for cyclists and must not be installed there unless a safe alternate route for cyclists is provided.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a channelizing fence (Type C barricade) along a temporary pedestrian route in a work zone?

Accepted Answer

Provide a continuous physical barrier guiding pedestrians safely past the work zone

Answer

Type C barricades serve as continuous physical channelizers that guide pedestrians safely along the designated path and away from the work zone.

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MOT Pedestrian & Cyclist Safety Measures 4