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... 22 Introduction As previously stated, the utilization of law enforcement in work zones can have a significant safety benefit to both motorists and highway workers. However, the extent to which enforcement can be effectively utilized is dependent upon the design and traffic control characteristics of the work zone itself.
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... 23 Where restrictive features justify a speed reduction of more than 10 mph, additional driver notification should be provided. The speed limit should be stepped down in advance of the location requiring the lowest speed, and additional TTC warning devices should be used." "Reduced speed zoning (lowering the regulatory speed limit)
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... 24 the work zone. Enforcement pullout areas must be adequately designed to allow them to be properly used by enforcement personnel and motorists.
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... 25 the work (14)
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... 26 it is commonly assumed that those drivers who have radar detectors generally travel faster than those without detectors, implying that this technology may be beneficial in reducing the percentage of very high speed vehicles in the traffic stream. One final consideration is that a number of states prohibit radar detectors in commercial vehicles, and a few states prohibit detectors in all types of vehicles.
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... 27 tion. Changing the way in which the message to slow down and pay attention in work zones is presented should help keep the message fresh in the minds of motorists, and help encourage good driving behavior in work zones.
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... 28 signing required for the automated enforcement program in Illinois is illustrated in Figure 20)

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