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Rigid Sign Materials Compared: Aluminum vs ACM vs Coroplast

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What Type of Rigid Sign Is Best for Your Project? When shopping for rigid traffic signs, many buyers assume aluminum is the only real option. But depending on your application, Aluminum, ACM (Aluminum Composite Material), and Coroplast can each make sense. The best material depends on where the sign will be used, how long it needs to last, and what … Continue reading “Rigid Sign Materials Compared: Aluminum vs ACM vs Coroplast”

Is It Time to Put Down Your Hard Hat? 5 Reasons to Switch to a Safety Helmet

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Is It Time to Put Down Your Hard Hat? 5 Reasons Why Safety Helmets Are the Smarter Choice Traditional hard hats have protected workers for decades, but modern safety helmets are changing the conversation around jobsite head protection. With improved retention, better side and rear coverage, and all-day comfort, many crews are making the move to a more secure and … Continue reading “Is It Time to Put Down Your Hard Hat? 5 Reasons to Switch to a Safety Helmet”

Does Summer Heat Affect Traffic Cones?

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Traffic Safety Store Does Summer Heat Affect Traffic Cones? Summer heat can absolutely affect traffic cones—but high-quality cones are built to handle demanding outdoor conditions. If you work on hot asphalt, in open parking lots, or in active work zones all summer long, choosing the right cone matters. Extreme sun, hot pavement, and constant UV exposure can all shorten the … Continue reading “Does Summer Heat Affect Traffic Cones?”

Kishigo Recommends Clean Hi-Vis PPE for Safety!

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Why Clean Hi-Vis PPE Matters for Safety, Visibility, and Compliance Dirt, oil, grime, and wear do more than make a safety vest look rough—they can reduce worker visibility when it matters most. According to our trusted supplier Kishigo, keeping high-visibility apparel clean and serviceable is an important part of maintaining both jobsite safety and compliance. High-visibility PPE is designed to … Continue reading “Kishigo Recommends Clean Hi-Vis PPE for Safety!”

Parking Lot Striping Season: When & Why to Repaint

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Parking Lot Striping Season: When & Why to Repaint Spring is one of the best times of year to refresh parking lot markings. After a long winter of snowplows, salt, freeze-thaw cycles, and heavy traffic, painted lines often look worn, faded, or incomplete. That is more than a cosmetic issue. Clear striping helps drivers park correctly, improves traffic flow, supports … Continue reading “Parking Lot Striping Season: When & Why to Repaint”

The World’s Strangest Road Rules

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The World’s Strangest Road Rules From high-speed highways to zebra-costumed crossing guards, some traffic rules (and traffic programs) around the world sound unbelievable— until you learn the safety problem they were designed to solve. By Traffic Safety Store Staff · Safe Driving Resources Traffic laws aren’t written in a vacuum. They’re shaped by weather, road design, culture, and—often—specific incidents that … Continue reading “The World’s Strangest Road Rules”

MASH vs NCHRP 350 explained

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MASH vs NCHRP 350: What’s the Difference for Work Zone Devices? If you work in highway construction, traffic control, or public infrastructure, you’ve likely seen specifications referencing either NCHRP 350 or MASH. But what do these standards actually mean — and which one applies today? Understanding the difference is critical when selecting barricades, traffic drums, temporary barriers, or TMA accessories. … Continue reading “MASH vs NCHRP 350 explained”

How to properly fit a KASK Safety Helmet

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How to Properly Fit a KASK Safety Helmet (Step-by-Step) A safety helmet can only protect you if it fits correctly. In this guide we’ll walk through how to adjust, secure, and check the fit of a KASK Safety helmet — one of the most advanced industrial helmets available — using expert tips and the official fit video below. Proper fit … Continue reading “How to properly fit a KASK Safety Helmet”

Do any U.S. states have a maximum driving age?

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Is There a Maximum Driving Age in the U.S.? Understanding how states regulate senior drivers — and what it means for roadway safety. A common question in traffic safety discussions is whether there is a legal maximum age to hold a driver’s license in the United States. The short answer is simple: No — There Is No Maximum Driving Age … Continue reading “Do any U.S. states have a maximum driving age?”

What does MUTCD compliant actually mean?

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Traffic Safety Store • Safety & Compliance What Does “MUTCD Compliant” Actually Mean? “MUTCD compliant” is one of the most-used phrases in traffic control—and one of the most misunderstood. Here’s the practical, contractor-friendly way to interpret it when you’re buying, installing, or inspecting traffic control devices. First: what the MUTCD is (and why it matters) The Manual on Uniform Traffic … Continue reading “What does MUTCD compliant actually mean?”

Do Parking Lots Have to Follow MUTCD Rules?

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Parking Lot Safety Basics Do Parking Lots Have to Follow MUTCD Rules? The short answer: sometimes — but it’s more nuanced than most people think. One of the most common questions we hear is whether parking lots are required to follow the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, often referred to as the MUTCD. The confusion makes sense — parking … Continue reading “Do Parking Lots Have to Follow MUTCD Rules?”

How Traffic Control Has Changed Over the Last 20 Years

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Traffic Safety Evolution How Traffic Control Has Changed Over the Last 20 Years From basic cones and signs to smarter, more visible work zones. If you’ve worked around roadways for a while, you’ve probably noticed that traffic control today looks very different than it did 20 years ago. While the core goal hasn’t changed — guiding drivers safely through changing … Continue reading “How Traffic Control Has Changed Over the Last 20 Years”

What the MUTCD Really Requires (and What It Doesn’t)

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What the MUTCD Really Requires (and What It Doesn’t) If you work around roadways, parking lots, or temporary construction zones, you’ve probably heard the phrase “It has to be MUTCD compliant.” But what does that really mean? The [Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices](chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0) (MUTCD) is often misunderstood. Some people believe it dictates every cone size, sign placement, or barricade … Continue reading “What the MUTCD Really Requires (and What It Doesn’t)”

Traffic Safety 2025 Review: Key Trends & 2026 Outlook

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Traffic Safety News & Updates 2025: What Happened on America’s Roads As 2025 comes to a close, transportation agencies, safety professionals, and contractors across the United States are taking stock of a year defined by continued safety investment, targeted enforcement, and renewed focus on work zone protection. While challenges remain, 2025 delivered meaningful progress in several key areas of traffic … Continue reading “Traffic Safety 2025 Review: Key Trends & 2026 Outlook”

MUTCD 11th Edition & 2026 State Adoption Deadline, what you need to know

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Understanding the MUTCD 11th Edition & the January 18, 2026 State Adoption Deadline On January 18, 2024, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) made the 11th Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) effective as the national standard for traffic control devices. From that effective date, states have a federally recognized window to complete their adoption process. The … Continue reading “MUTCD 11th Edition & 2026 State Adoption Deadline, what you need to know”

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Rigid Sign Materials Compared: Aluminum vs ACM vs Coroplast

Is It Time to Put Down Your Hard Hat? 5 Reasons to Switch to a Safety Helmet

Does Summer Heat Affect Traffic Cones?

Kishigo Recommends Clean Hi-Vis PPE for Safety!

Parking Lot Striping Season: When & Why to Repaint

The World’s Strangest Road Rules

MASH vs NCHRP 350 explained

How to properly fit a KASK Safety Helmet

Do any U.S. states have a maximum driving age?

What does MUTCD compliant actually mean?

Do Parking Lots Have to Follow MUTCD Rules?

How Traffic Control Has Changed Over the Last 20 Years

What the MUTCD Really Requires (and What It Doesn’t)

Traffic Safety 2025 Review: Key Trends & 2026 Outlook

MUTCD 11th Edition & 2026 State Adoption Deadline, what you need to know