In partnership with FHWA, the Florida LTAP is offering a free 2-part webinar that provides a comprehensive look at how Queue Protection Trucks (QPTs) are used to reduce end-of-queue crashes and enhance safety in work zones. Participants will explore the hazards posed by unexpected queues, review national and state-level guidelines, examine emerging technologies, and practice decision-making through real-world scenarios.

Using examples from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), and others, the session walks through proven approaches, equipment requirements, communication practices, and contract/pay-item considerations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for anticipating queue formation, positioning QPTs effectively, and integrating queue protection into work zone planning.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the purpose and importance of Queue Protection Trucks
• Identify current national and state guidelines related to queue protection
• Recognize available research, tools, and innovations
• Analyze dynamic scenarios to determine when and how QPTs should be used
• Apply noteworthy practices for truck mounted attenuator and sign packages, deployment triggers, positioning strategies, and communication protocols

This training is ideal for contractors, public agency staff, inspectors, designers, and anyone involved in work zone planning, deployment, or oversight.

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