Verify that traffic handling devices meet the visibility and legibility requirements. Most parts are self-explanatory. For all project work, the lump sum payment for the traffic control system includes payment for all labor, equipment, and materials to install, maintain, and remove the traffic control system as shown on the plans or Standard Plans. Allow only one type of plastic traffic drum on the project. Refer to Section 12-4.02C(10), End of Queue Monitoring and Warning With Truck Mounted Changeable Message Sign, of the revised, Multiple closures and inter-project coordinationAvoid multiple closures with overlapping sign patterns. PCMS can be used in place of an advance flagger to remove workers from the roadway to improve worker safety from traffic. Pay special attention to the aiming of the sign whenever solar-powered signs are used. The California MUTCD Part 6 contains figures that can be adapted for traffic-handling plans. Review the submittal for any Type 3 barricade to be used as sign support for crashworthiness to the Transportation Research Boards NCHRP Report 350 criteria or the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTOs) Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH) as a single unit with a sign panel of the size and type used on the project. For nighttime operations for contractor staff, the law recommends but does not require ANSI 107-2004 Class 3 garments. Record inspection dates and conditions observed in the project records. Consideration for worker safety and the safe movement of traffic through work zones starts with planning. Verify that temporary crash cushion modules used were manufactured after March 31, 1997. Scheduled Dates: 06/13/2022 to 01/16/2023. Within 45 calendar days of receipt of the invoice, the district COZEEP coordinator reviews and approves the summary and submits it for payment to the Caltrans Division of Accounting, which uses it as the receiving record for payment. District Construction should request an impact study for proposed prolonged ramp closures not formally considered in the planning or design phase. If sight distance is not adequate, contact the district traffic engineer for suggestions or recommendations. GIS Maps. Initial placement of each barricade is paid for as a contract item at the time of placement. 1-800-427-7623 for current highway conditions. Cold storms bringing wind, rain and low-elevation snow heavy at times are forecast through early March. Based on traffic counts, the district traffic operations office determines times for closures and for night work. Instead, the district coordinator should contact the statewide contract manager to verify the correct billing rates. Verify Type K temporary railing is placed on a firm, stable foundation uniformly graded throughout the entire length of the railing. Verify that all traffic control facilities are in good repair with a continuing program of inspection, replacement, and cleaning. For construction projects awarded after June 30, 2021, all records are to be stored electronically in the Caltrans Falcon electronic document management system (FalconDMS). End-of-queue management is desirable at locations where traffic queues are anticipated. The following determine the safe speed of a vehicle: Design the temporary roadway for speeds consistent with the permanent roadway. Depending on the project conditions, the contractor may use the RSP T30 to T34 of the Revised Standard Plans as a baseline for designing and constructing a TPAR. ODOT permitted lane closure chart example . Require proper maintenance of plastic traffic drums. Do not use a reduced regulatory speed limit as a substitute for other means of creating a safe roadway. Information such as lane closure charts and road user costs will be added to the TMP once the project moves into the . Confirm flaggers are wearing American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-compliant garments in accordance with the Construction Safety Orders of the California Department of Industrial Relations, or the prime contractors or subcontractors Injury and Illness Prevention Program or Code of Safe Practices, whichever is more stringent. The resident engineer administers the COZEEP program on the project. Alert Caltrans Traffic Map Chain Control Map Route Conditions State Route Closures CHP Incidents TMC ALERT Interstate 10 (I-10) is closed between Route 86 and Route 177 due to storm damage. Check the exposed surfaces of Type K temporary railing to verify they have received a fresh coat of white paint before initial placement on the job. For example, if the number of lanes is reduced and the direction changed, complete the lane drop before starting the alignment change. Note any unusual local traffic patterns and scheduled special events during the life of the contract. Calculate the adjustment on a force account basis. TMP strategies are designed to maintain additional delays below this maximum threshold, that is, less than 15 or 20 minutes. Major lane closuresthose expected to result in significant traffic effects despite the implementation of TMPs. Check the contractors layout work. Confirm that changeable message signs, highway advisory radio, and other media tools provide accurate and timely information to motorists regarding closure times. Treat the traffic lanethe path the car is intended to followas a critical element of the roadway. Reason for Traffic Control for Water Replacement Project by Lakeside Water District. of the lane closure unless the end of work area is 48" x 24" as appropriate, shall be placed at the end A G20-2 "END ROAD WORK" sign, with minimum size of the locations indicated for lane closure during Each flag shall be at least 16" x 16" in size with at least two flags for daytime closure. Verify the traveled way is free of obstructions and residue before opening the area to traffic. Anticipated times to place and compact temporary asphalt tapers once paving is complete and before opening to traffic. As a last resort, the state representative has authority to stop the contractors operation, wholly or in part, or take appropriate action when public safety is jeopardized. (Under ideal conditions, all advance warning signs and the taper would be in a tangent with the taper placed on a slight upgrade for improved visibility.). Periodically review the portable signal system to document its maintenance. Subsequent relocations of each barricade are paid for as extra work using the force account method. Below are Twitter Feeds from Caltrans District 6 and District 7 with updates. Review the Public Safety section in the contract. The traffic control plan should be appropriate for anticipated conditions that may occur during construction. Ramps and connectorsManaging ramps and connectors within a closure requires additional consideration. Removal of the traffic control systemRemove all workers and equipment from the roadway. Temporary crash cushions may be installed on wooden pallets as an option. The closure will impact southbound Highway 70 between Woodruff Lane and Laurellen Road starting from 8 p.m. Friday (April 9) until 5 a.m. Monday (April 12). Portable Changeable Message Signs (PCMS) are required only during times, places, or activities stated in the plans and specifications and are not required when the traffic control system is nonoperational or for discretionary use. Reviews the contractors contingency plan. The CSC should document the reviews in the project records and discuss concerns about the traffic control plan or traffic safety with the construction engineer, traffic engineer, and resident engineer. The CHIN incident layer is updated every 1 minute. You may submit a single task order to cover more than 1 day. Verify that all the necessary signs, cones, drums, and other equipment are on hand before the system is set up for the first time. Verify that the contractor has all components on hand before setting up any traffic control system and that all components meet the specifications requirements. If the contractor plans to use cones for night work, determine the type of cone proposed. If advanced flaggers or additional flaggers are not shown or specified, then Caltrans pays 100 percent by change order. Verify that the sign complies with the requirements of Section 12-3.32, "Portable Changeable Message Signs," of the Standard Specifications, including number of lines and characters in a line, display modes, power source, and devices to plumb and level the trailer. Acting as a resource for the resident engineer, construction engineer, DTM, and TMP manager during TMP implementation and reviewing the contractors construction contingency plan. Camino, CA 95709 Section 124 of the California Streets and Highways Code authorizes Caltrans to close or restrict the use of any state highway whenever it considers such actions necessary for these reasons: Closures may also be necessary after major earthquakes or other natural disasters. The district will establish a procedure for preparation, review, and approval of changes related to roadway construction and detour plans that include traffic control devices. For the use of amber flashing lights and for driving and parking in a closed lane at night, refer to the, Verify all equipment is visible to traffic as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 8 (8 CCR), Industrial Relations., Review closure layouts for visibility and effectiveness. The contractor is responsible for the replacement expenses. Use the standard formula for taper length shown in the California MUTCD or in the projects traffic control plan details. They are not detectable by persons with visual disabilities. The Butterfly Lane Pedestrian Undercrossing in Montecito is open following a major improvement project. For a discussion of final delineation and pavement markings, refer to Section 4-84, Markings, of this manual. The contractor should develop a plan for handling emergencies and emergency vehicles in the control zone. Periodic project safety reviews should note deficient areas and provide recommendations for the contractor to correct those deficiencies. To provide extra maneuvering room, provide wider lanes or additional surfaced shoulder width in transitions and critical alignment. The contractor develops a construction contingency plan to identify activities, equipment, processes, and materials that may delay reopening of closures in the event of failure or breakage. Systems affecting traffic only in one directionStart with the first device that the drivers will see as they enter the work zone (usually a Road Work Ahead sign). Review the specification requirements and sheet T4 of the Standard Plans. Automated flagger assistance devices (AFAD) can be used in place of flagger to remove workers from the roadway to improve worker safety from traffic. Once the task order is completed and signed by the Caltrans person requesting the services, fax, email, or send it to the local CHP area office. Maintain railings and walkways in good condition. In addition, the plans provide traffic handling details during construction of the structure work per Traffic Handling Plans and related plans including TH-3 (Sheet 54 of advertised plans). The contract item for a temporary flashing beacon system, commonly bid as furnish-each or furnish-lump sum, includes all costs for placement, operation, maintenance, relocation, and removal of the system. Damaged barricades should be repaired at the contractors expense, regardless of the cause, including damage by public traffic. Verify temporary flashing beacon systems are relocated as work progresses according to the specifications. Results will display in a new window. Verify telescoping flag trees maintain an upright position when being used. If the cancellation form indicates a fee is being charged, retain the form in the project records under Category 21, Construction or Maintenance Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program, and send a copy to the district COZEEP coordinator. The Angeles CREST Highway (SR-2) is in the jurisdiction of Caltrans. After installation, review the screen placement, especially near entrance and exit ramps. Review the contractors work plan for compliance with the requirements in Section 12-4.04, Temporary Pedestrian Access Routes, of the Standard Specifications. For example, a project that will occur Monday through Thursday for the next week would require only one task order. Review the project plans and sheets T1A, T1B, and T2 of the Standard Plans. After placing components of stationary closures, the contractor may place the impact attenuator vehicle in advance of the work area to protect workers and traffic. Verify the lights are not glaring into approaching traffic, especially truck traffic. The design phase of a project considers accommodating pedestrians through or around the work zone. During routine visits to the project, construction engineers should also review signing, delineation, construction contingency plans, and general traffic handling. Try to eliminate surprise elements from temporary roadways. Verify that the contractor uses the LCS Mobile website to status closures in a timely manner. Retain documentation of these reviews in Category 6, Safety, of the project records. The resident engineer should determine which contractor activities might use COZEEP support. Coordination with the district COZEEP coordinator is needed to determine local CHP policies. Use alternate methods to delineate this type of surface. Document the reasons for COZEEP use. Caltrans TMP for the Bay Bridge Full Closure. Ask the contractor to replace channelizers that are displaced or fail to remain in an upright position. Specification details for manufacture of signs is provided on the Caltrans Sign Specifications webpage (for CA coded signs) or in the FHWA Standard Highway Signs Book (for MUTCD coded signs). Prohibit the use of traffic cones that have been damaged or coated with asphalt or other substances that prevent the cones from functioning as intended. When an operation is terminated before the time the specifications allow because of circumstances beyond the contractors control, consider granting time, compensation, or both, within the terms of the contract. If you accept a closure request, the status will change to PENDING. If you reject a closure request, LCS will send the contractor an email asking for a correction and resubmission. Changes to any of these plans may alter the need for temporary crash cushion modules. For example, compensate for a sharper curve with solutions such as increased lane width or a clear recovery zone. Traffic control systems conform to the Standard Plans, unless the contract specifies otherwise. A planned lane closure list for an entire route within California Total # of Existing Lanes The number of lanes on a freeway, highway or surface street Abbreviations Hwy Highway NB,EB,WB,SB Northbound, Eastbound, Westbound, Southbound S/O South of Closure ID Closure ID # Closure Identification Number. Pedestrian facilities must be surfaced with asphalt concrete, portland cement concrete, or timber. Drivers should be able to read the entire message at least two times before passing the sign. Confirm the signs display only pre-approved messages and that the messages conform to the Changeable Message Sign Guidelines, and district and Caltrans policy. Anticipated times for beginning the closure pickup. Caltrans Transportation Management Plan Guidelines provides more information on the recommended level of detail for TMPs. Consult with the district traffic manager for assistance with these items. At the end of the shift, the senior CHP officer onsite should estimate travel time and mileage for each officer from the project site to the CHP office. Establishing continuity is especially necessary if previous traffic shifts have created confusing or conflicting diagonal joints and have eradicated pavement markings. Consider suspending work for the next shift until a written plan is provided to address future public safety. Confirm that lighting intensity complies with the Cal/OSHA requirements. For conditions shown on the plans that need adjustment, discuss proposed changes with the district Traffic Operations Office. When construction affects the pedestrian facility, the contractor should maintain a continuous unobstructed path connecting existing accessible elements, such as parking lots, or bus stops through the project. Take special care to consider areas in schools or senior citizen center locations. Request a list of Category 2 temporary traffic control devices to be used on the project and copies of their Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) acceptance letters. Verify temporary pavement delineation is maintained until it is replaced with the permanent pavement delineation. Verify the contractor protects Type K temporary railing blunt- ends within 15 feet of the edge of the traveled way with temporary crash cushions. Review Sections 12-6, Temporary Pavement Delineation and 84-2, Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings, of the Standard Specifications for temporary pavement delineation requirements. In many cases, placing a PCMS behind existing guard railing will protect it. During these reviews, examine the locations of planned roadside obstacles as well as protective safety devices, signs, striping, detours, falsework, temporary railing, attenuators, and clear recovery zones. The resident engineer must track COZEEP hours used and estimate expenditures each month. Verify the contractor follows the notification and signing requirements before setting up any traffic control systems. Complete training in one sitting. Refer to Section 4-1203B (14), Portable Changeable Message Signs, of this manual. Key personnel involved in traffic control have responsibilities as follows. Do not allow the use of power from private parties to power the temporary flashing beacon system. A G20-2 "END ROAD WORK" sign, as appropriate, shall be placed at the end of the lane closure unless the end of work area is obvious or ends within a larger project's limits. Confirm that the contractors are coordinating placement and pickup of the closure so that the traffic control system is maintained in accordance with the. Obtain a copy of the manufacturers instructions for the portable transverse rumble strips. They are absolute. While the Caltrans' charts did not explicitly dictate that a contractor must perform work during nighttime hours, the charts functionally required that any work requiring a lane closure could only be performed at night. If a change order modifies the plans, construction engineers should take steps necessary to verify that the modified plans are adequate to provide the highest level of traffic safety and service consistent with conditions actually encountered. Construction staff needs to complete the job-related temporary pedestrian facilities training within 6 months of assignment to inspect or administer contracts if they have not taken the online training within the previous 3 years. The local CHP contact person will note in the cancellation form if Caltrans is being charged a cancellation or 4-hour overtime fee. Midblock worksites should not cause pedestrians to skirt the worksite or make a midblock crossing. Use an appropriate material, such as asphalt concrete, for the surface of all roadways and detours, except very temporary or minor facilities. Avoids putting pedestrians into conflicts with work vehicles, equipment, and operations and with vehicles moving through or around the job site. The transition should be accessed before such features. Inspect all traffic control devices to verify conformity with the specifications. The following guidelines are for measuring and paying for various traffic control devices for construction areas. When necessary, ask the contractor to adjust placement or message content of signs based on changing project or traffic conditions. Prohibit messages that do not convey real-time information to the motorist. The activities would, therefore, cause the closure to remain past the time allowed in the closure charts. Adjustments should be made to create adequate sight distance, to avoid locations that require drivers to make multiple decisions, to accommodate expected queues, and to coordinate activities at multiple locations. The specifications require temporary traffic screen to have 3-foot-long openings spaced at 200-foot intervals. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING P.O. Twenty-four-hour-a-day regulatory speed reductions require coordination with the local CHP office before implementation. In general, closures on two-lane highways and daytime closures on multi-lane highways do not require COZEEP. Contact the project manager to arrange the study. Check that all crash cushion modules are filled with the proper weight of sand. Caltrans reimburses CHP officers who provide COZEEP services on overtime at time and a half. If a change order is needed to add a permanent facility, contact the district Design Unit to develop plans. The Department has standardized its road and lane closure reporting into a statewide Lane Closure System (LCS). Verify that the contractor constructs permanent new facilities and alterations to existing facilities in accordance with the contract plans and specifications. Inspect TPARs weekly to verify that they are clean and unobstructed and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the work plan required by the specifications. During construction, district construction directs the implementation of TMP elements that are part of the contract or encroachment permit. Unknown time of reopening. The between the L tapers required for each closed traffic lane; Lane Closure Report for the week of 7/29/19 - 8/2/19 Inyo, Mono & Eastern Kern Counties - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) would like Verify that the contractor is prepared to comply with TMPs related to work performance. The maintenance person should have spare cones, signs, and barricades available to replace or restore system elements displaced or damaged by traffic. Pedestrians, including persons with disabilities, need to be accommodated through and around work zones. Withhold some payment from progress pay estimates to cover the cost of removing Type K temporary railing. The district railroad liaison agent should report to the Public Utilities Commission any proposed detours that include an at-grade railroad crossing. During the planning and design phase of any project, an impact study is made for a proposed prolonged ramp closure. Invoices should include the agreement number and be submitted monthly in arrears, in triplicate, within 60 calendar days of date of service. Remind the contractor of Americans with Disabilities Act requirements if the traffic control system will affect pedestrian traffic and a temporary pedestrian access route is needed. When pilot vehicles are used, radios are required. Verify no-passing zone signs are removed when no longer required. Do not allow the use of a damaged impact attenuator vehicle. 07/23/2020 State Route 210 Base Line Update (PDF) Agendas & Minutes. Look for such signs as broken delineators, skid marks, and tire marks on temporary railing, which indicate a potential need for improvement. Follow these guidelines and general considerations for reviewing and approving traffic control plans. Samples of activities that may require a contingency plan: A construction contingency plan describes: The contractor verifies or updates the contingency plan at the same time as submitting the written schedule of planned closures. Determine what construction area signs should be placed before work begins for the entire project and before each stage of the project. Frequently, the only exception to an otherwise clean roadside is a localized situation such as a partially completed drainage structure or a pile of rubble. For details related to preconstruction conferences, refer to Sections 5-002, Preconstruction Conference with Caltrans Personnel, and 5-003, Preconstruction Conference with the Contractor, of this manual. Reducing standards on existing roadways, such as sharpening curves and shortening auxiliary lanes, can adversely affect operating characteristics.