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In a "dynamic merge" system, for example, vehicles approaching a lane closure are directed to use all available lanes when congestion develops and speeds are low. When speeds are high, motorists are directed to merge early or are left to use their own judgement. Such a system is usually deployed in addition to traditional static messaging.

"Blind-area" diagrams can be generated using physical measurements and computer simulations to reveal the space around construction vehicles where workers and vehicles are at the highest risk of not being seen. A well-developed blind-area diagram can better inform construction crews on how to best block roads and position workers. Diagrams are created using a method jointly developed by the [[Caterpillar Inc.]] and the [[National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health]] which plots equipment on a grid and determines visibility of other objects relative to the equipment.[https://www.<ref name="cdc.gov"/niosh/topics/highwayworkzones/BAD/manualmethod.html]>

==References==

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<ref name="cdc">

{{cite web

|title=Highway work zone safety - Construction Equipment Visibility

|url=https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/highwayworkzones/BAD/manualmethod.html

|author=National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Division of Safety Research

|website=[[Centres for Disease Control]]

|date=15 October 2008

}}

</ref>

}}

[[Category:Road construction]]