A Smart IOT Proximity Alert System for Highway Work Zone Safety

Safety in construction is paramount, yet the U.S construction sector remains one of the most hazardous work environments among industrial segments. Visibility-related issues, often involving construction equipment and pedestrian workers, cause approximately a quarter of all construction fatalities.

The TRB IDEA (Innovations Deserving Exploratory Analysis) Program's NCHRP IDEA Final Report for Project 226: A Smart IOT Proximity Alert System for Highway Work Zone Safety involves the development and validation of prototype devices for a proactive safety alert system in dynamic roadway work zones within the realm of smart IOT.